University of Tehran | Iran
Dr. Zahra Torkashvand is a scholar in human geography and rural development, currently serving as a faculty member at the University of Tehran. She earned her M.A. in Geography and Rural Planning in 2000 and completed her Ph.D. in Rural Development and Geography in 2012, both at the University of Tehran. Her academic work is characterized by a focus on rural development, human geography, and planning, with particular interest in addressing dualisms and conceptual dichotomies in geographical thought. Dr. Torkashvand has contributed significantly to the field through her research outputs, which include 33 scholarly documents encompassing journal articles, conference presentations, and books. Her work has been cited 33 times, reflecting a growing academic impact, and she maintains an h-index of 3. With a balance of theoretical depth and applied insight, she is committed to advancing rural development studies and promoting sustainable planning approaches. Her research continues to enrich the understanding of geographical discourse and its role in shaping social and spatial development. With her solid academic background, recognized contributions, and potential for further impactful research, Dr. Torkashvand stands out as a dedicated scholar whose work is well-aligned with both academic excellence and practical application.
Featured Publications
Motiieei, L. S., Ghadiri, M. M., Dadvar, K. F., & Yadollahi, F. F. (2012). Explain the factors affecting rural empowerment in entrepreneurship development (Case study: Samen and Zand counties of Malayer Township). Human Geography Research, 44(80), 119–138.
Momeni, A., Jahanshiri, M., & Torkashvand, Z. (2021). Analysis of effective factors in the growth of reverse migration to suburban settlements of Najafabad. Peripheral Urban Spaces Development, 3(1), 183–198.
Ghadiri Masom, S. A. M., Khorasani, M. A., & Torkashvand, Z. (2021). Identifying and prioritizing the drivers for entrepreneurship development in rural areas of Iran. Journal of Space Economy & Rural Development, 10(37), 21–40.
Torkashvand, Z. (2019). The entrepreneurial marketing mix in rural women’s local and traditional art business. Journal of Research and Rural Planning, 8(4), Serial No. 27, 3–19.
Torkashvand, Z. (2019). Entrepreneurial marketing mix of art businesses, local rural women. Journal of Rural Research and Planning, 8(4), 35–48.