We are delighted to announce a groundbreaking publishing partnership between Al-Mahdi Institute and De Gruyter Brill, one of the world’s leading academic publishers in the humanities and social sciences. This collaboration represents a transformative moment for Islamic Studies scholarship and marks a significant milestone in our mission to advance academic knowledge and cross-cultural understanding.
This partnership establishes a comprehensive publishing framework that combines Al-Mahdi Institute’s specialised expertise in Islamic Studies with De Gruyter Brill’s world-class publishing infrastructure and global reach. Under this partnership, De Gruyter Brill will assume full production responsibilities while Al-Mahdi Institute maintains editorial control, ensuring the highest standards of scholarly integrity and academic quality.
Statement from Wahid M. Amin, Head of Publishing, AMI Press
“I am delighted to announce that Al-Mahdi Institute (AMI) has entered into an exciting new publishing partnership with De Gruyter Brill, one of the world’s leading academic publishers in the humanities and social sciences. This collaboration marks a significant milestone for AMI and represents our joint commitment to expanding the reach and impact of scholarly works in Islamic studies.
This partnership will enable AMI to leverage De Gruyter Brill’s extensive global distribution network, cutting-edge digital platforms, and expertise in open access publishing. Our authors and readers will benefit from enhanced visibility, improved accessibility, and the prestige associated with one of the most respected names in academic publishing.
At AMI, we have always been committed to publishing works of the highest scholarly standard that contribute to a deeper and richer understanding of the cultural, social, and intellectual history of Shia Muslims throughout different periods of Islamic history. Through this partnership with De Gruyter Brill, we will be able to amplify these important voices and ensure that our publications reach an even broader international academic community.
I am particularly excited about the opportunities this collaboration will create for our ongoing translation projects, monographs, and proceedings from our workshops and conferences. The synergy between AMI’s specialised expertise in Islamic studies and De Gruyter Brill’s comprehensive publishing infrastructure promises to create new possibilities for scholarly engagement and cross-cultural dialogue.
We look forward to working closely with the talented team at De Gruyter Brill as we embark on this new chapter together. This partnership reflects a shared commitment to advancing scholarship and promoting a deeper understanding of Islamic intellectual traditions in the Western Hemisphere and beyond. I invite our community of scholars, readers, and supporters to join us in celebrating this exciting development. Together with De Gruyter Brill, AMI is well-positioned to continue its growth as a leading publisher of academic studies on Shi’ism and Islamic thought.”
Statement from Nicolette van der Hoek, De Gruyter Brill
“De Gruyter Brill is pleased to announce a new publishing partnership with the Al-Mahdi Institute, a distinguished academic publisher specialising in Islamic studies. This collaboration reflects our shared commitment to advancing high-quality scholarship and broadening the global reach of research in the humanities and social sciences.
Through this partnership, the Al-Mahdi Institute will benefit from De Gruyter Brill’s robust international distribution network, advanced digital infrastructure, and expertise in open access publishing. Together, we aim to amplify the visibility and impact of scholarly work on Shi’ism and Islamic thought, fostering greater academic exchange and cross-cultural dialogue.
We are particularly excited to support the Al-Mahdi Institute’s academic publications such as translation, edited volumes and original monographs, and to work closely with their editorial team to bring these important contributions to a wider audience.
This partnership underscores De Gruyter Brill’s ongoing dedication to supporting specialised academic communities and promoting inclusive, globally relevant scholarship.”
What This Partnership Delivers
1. Enhanced Global Reach
Our publications will now benefit from De Gruyter Brill’s extensive international distribution network, ensuring that groundbreaking research in Islamic studies reaches scholars, libraries, and institutions worldwide.
2. Scholarly Excellence
The partnership maintains Al-Mahdi Institute’s academic and editorial independence and commitment to rigorous peer review, ensuring that all publications meet the highest academic standards while benefiting from De Gruyter Brill’s production excellence.
3. Publishing Focus
This collaboration will encompass a diverse range of scholarly works, including:
- Single-topic monographs exploring specialised aspects of Islamic studies
- Edited volumes featuring cutting-edge research from leading scholars
- Translations of important historical and contemporary texts
- Text editions of previously unpublished materials
- Conference proceedings from AMI workshops and international gatherings
Looking Forward
This partnership positions Al-Mahdi Institute at the forefront of academic publishing in Islamic Studies, combining our deep scholarly expertise with world-class publishing capabilities. Together, we are committed to:
- Advancing scholarly dialogue between diverse academic communities
- Promoting cross-cultural understanding through rigorous academic research
- Supporting emerging and established scholars in Islamic studies
- Expanding global access to critical research in Shi’ism and Islamic thought
- Maintaining the highest standards of academic integrity and editorial excellence
As we embark on this new chapter, Al-Mahdi Institute remains dedicated to its core mission while embracing the unprecedented opportunities that this collaboration with De Gruyter Brill creates. Together, we are building a bridge between specialised scholarship and global academic communities, ensuring that the rich intellectual traditions of Islamic studies continue to inform and inspire scholarly discourse worldwide.
