Observational astronomy in Iran has witnessed a rise over the past two decades that has led to investment in its own astronomical identity, the Iranian National Observatory, and a flagship 3.4-m optical telescope.
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Khosroshahi, H.G. Linking a noble past to future challenges. Nat Astron 2, 429 (2018). https://doi.org/10.1038/s41550-018-0465-5
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