Gianluca Costantini

Gianluca Costantini is an Italian cartoonist, graphic journalist and activist whose work focuses on human rights. He is the author of several graphic novels, including "Libya," with journalist Francesca Mannocchi. His most recent books include "Zodiac," created with Ai Weiwei; "Xi Jinping: The Silent Emperor"; and "Volodymyr Zelensky – The Voice of the People."

The second page of the black-and-white comic, focusing on U.S. economic sanctions, domestic Iranian pharmaceutical production, and regional history.

A War on Knowledge

2. Iran's Battle for Scientific Autonomy

Art by

Gianluca Costantini

Script by

Maziyar Ghiabi

The first page of a black-and-white comic examining the impact of military conflict on Iranian science, healthcare, and historical legacy.

A War on Knowledge

1. A Prescription for Sovereignty

Art by

Gianluca Costantini

Script by

Maziyar Ghiabi