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Mohsen Kadivar is a Research Professor of Islamic Studies at Duke University's Department of Religious Studies, affiliated with Trinity College of Arts & Sciences. He has been at Duke since 2015, following previous roles including Visiting Research Scholar (2010–2015) and Visiting Instructor (2009–2010). His academic background includes a Ph.D. from Tarbiat Modares University (1999), M.A. and B.A. from University of Qom (1993 and 1989), and extensive teaching experience in Iran and abroad. Kadivar’s research focuses on classical/modern Islamic thought, Shi’ite political theory, human rights, and the intersection of Islam with modernity, ethics, and science.
- Education: Ph.D., Tarbiat Modares University (1999); M.A., University of Qom (1993); B.A., University of Qom (1989).
- Global Expertise: Iran, Shi’ite jurisprudence, and Middle Eastern politics.
His research interests span Qur’anic studies, Islamic mysticism (Sufism), ethics, comparative philosophy, and the politicization of religion. He advocates for reformist interpretations of Islamic law to align with human rights and modern values. Recent work critiques apostasy laws, explores Shi’ite political thought, and examines marriage contract reform.
Notable grants include the National Humanities Center (2019–2020) and Wissenschaftskolleg zu Berlin Fellowship (2017). Awards include recognition as a top 5% instructor at Duke (2016) and Global Ethics Fellow with the Carnegie Council (2012–2014). He has advised over a dozen graduate students on topics ranging from Iranian politics to Islamic ethics.
Kadivar teaches courses on Islamic philosophy, the Qur’an, and ethics, emphasizing critical engagement with religious texts and contemporary issues. His public commentary addresses Iranian socio-political dynamics and the global relevance of Islamic reformism.
