Call for Papers – National Conference on Intellectual Property Rights: Innovation, Access and Society

About the Organisers

The National Conference is being organised by the Legal Aid Clinic & Pro-Bono Club of the School of Law, Justice & Governance, Gautam Buddha University, in collaboration with Jotwani Associates, a New Delhi-based law firm.

The Legal Aid Clinic promotes access to justice, legal awareness and social responsibility through legal aid and pro bono initiatives. The School of Law, Justice & Governance encourages interdisciplinary legal research and experiential learning, while Jotwani Associates works across areas including intellectual property rights, corporate law, litigation, cyber law and government relations and policy. <Cite refs={["turn151279view0"]}/>

About the Conference

The conference, titled “Intellectual Property Rights: Innovation, Access and Society,” aims to provide an academic platform for discussing contemporary developments in intellectual property law and policy.

The conference will explore the relationship between IP protection, innovation, access to knowledge and medicines, emerging technologies, public interest and social justice. It will also consider legal reforms, enforcement mechanisms, technology transfer, digital piracy and the protection of traditional knowledge. <Cite refs={["turn151279view0"]}/>

The conference invites original research that critically examines how intellectual property law can support innovation while addressing concerns surrounding equitable access, technological development and community rights.

Themes and Sub-Themes

Theme I: Intellectual Property Rights and Innovation

Possible areas of research include:

• Patents and emerging technologies

• Artificial intelligence, machine learning and intellectual property

• Copyright and the digital economy

• Biotechnology and pharmaceutical intellectual property

• Technology transfer and commercialisation

Theme II: Intellectual Property Rights, Access and Public Interest

Suggested topics include:

• Intellectual property rights and access to justice

• Intellectual property and access to medicines

• Copyright and access to education

• Traditional knowledge and community rights

• Intellectual property, competition and public interest

Theme III: Intellectual Property Rights, Society and the Future

Researchers may consider topics such as:

• Intellectual property rights and social justice

• Generative AI and copyright

• Digital piracy and IP enforcement

• Data, privacy and intellectual property

• The future of intellectual property law and policy

The themes and sub-themes are indicative. Papers on other related topics may also be submitted. <Cite refs={["turn151279view0"]}/>

Eligibility Criteria

The call for papers is open to a broad range of participants, including:

• Undergraduate students

• Postgraduate students

• Research scholars

• Faculty members

• Legal professionals and practitioners

• Academicians

• Researchers and other interested stakeholders

Researchers from law and allied disciplines may submit work relevant to the conference themes. <Cite refs={["turn151279view0"]}/>

Submission Guidelines

Authors must follow the prescribed requirements when preparing their abstracts and full papers:

• Abstract length: 300–500 words.

• Formatting: Microsoft Word, Times New Roman, 12-point font and 1.5 line spacing.

• Required abstract contents: Research objectives, methodology, data sources and keywords.

• Cover page: Must include the paper title, author’s name, institutional affiliation, email address and phone number.

• Originality: Submissions must be original and unpublished.

• Plagiarism limit: Below 10%.

• Citation style: Any uniform citation style may be followed.

• AI policy: AI-generated content will not be accepted.

• Submission process: Abstracts must be submitted with the registration form. Full papers must be submitted through the prescribed Google Form. <Cite refs={["turn270331view1"]}/>

Important Dates

Abstract submission and registration - October 31, 2026

Notification of acceptance for presentation - November 10, 2026

Full paper submission - November 18, 2026

National Conference - November 20, 2026

Registration Fees

Gautam Buddha University UG and PG students - ₹200

Other UG and PG students and research scholars - ₹300

Faculty members and other professionals - ₹500

The registration fee is non-refundable and includes a conference kit, high tea, lunch and a participation or presentation certificate, as applicable. Accommodation charges are not included.

How to Submit

Interested participants must complete the registration process and submit their abstracts through the designated Google Form.

Registration Form: Submit your abstract and register

Official Brochure: Download the conference brochure

Participants must pay the applicable registration fee and upload a soft copy or screenshot of the payment details with their registration. The brochure specifies that no other registration mode will be accepted.

Contact Information

For queries regarding the conference, submissions or registration, contact the organisers:

• Email: legalaid@gbu.ac.in

• Dr. Deepak Jaisal: 8840569064

• Mr. Kuldeep Singh: 7489221485

• Ms. Habiba Sheikh: 7388331131