International Conference | Orphan Drug Development in India | Saveetha School of Law | Chennai | Submit Abstract by 13th October 2026

International Conference | Orphan Drug Development in India | Saveetha School of Law | Chennai | Submit Abstract by 13th October 2026

Call for Papers

International Conference on Orphan Drug Development in India Theme: A Critical Study of Orphan Drug Development in India Through the Lens of Public Choice Theory

📅 Date: 24th October 2026

🕘 Mode: Hybrid (Offline & Online)

📍 Venue: Saveetha School of Law, Chennai

About Saveetha School of Law

Established in 2009, Saveetha School of Law (SSL) is committed to quality legal education, advanced research, and professional training. Ranked 19th in India (NIRF Law) and accredited NAAC A++, SSL fosters active participation in moot courts, client counselling, community outreach, mock trials, and seminars.

About the Conference

The conference will critically examine India’s legal, regulatory, economic, and policy framework for rare diseases and orphan drugs. Using Public Choice Theory, it will explore how political incentives, institutional interests, regulatory mechanisms, lobbying, rent‑seeking, and market failures shape pharmaceutical development and healthcare regulation.

This academic platform will bring together perspectives from law, economics, healthcare, pharmaceuticals, and policy to promote informed discussions on innovation, regulation, and equitable access to orphan medicines.

Sub‑Themes

• National Policy for Rare Diseases (NPRD): Incentives, funding, and implementation gaps
• Public Choice and Regulatory Economics: Interest group dynamics and legislative priorities
• Intellectual Property Rights vs. Access to Medicines: Patent exclusivity, compulsory licensing, orphan drug frameworks
• Clinical Trials and Regulatory Expeditions: Challenges under the New Drugs and Clinical Trials Rules, 2019
• Economic Incentives for R&D: Market exclusivity, tax credits, PPP models
• Price Control and Affordability: NPPA, trade margin rationalisation, health equity

Eligibility

• Students
• Research Scholars
• Faculty Members
• Industry Experts
• Social Activists
• NGOs
• Law Firms & Advocates
• Members of the Judiciary

Submission Guidelines

• Abstract: ≤ 250 words; must include title, author details, affiliation, contact number, and email ID
• Full Paper: 3,000–5,000 words; Times New Roman, 12‑point font, 1.5 spacing; footnotes in 10‑point font, single spacing
• Citation Style: ILI or OSCOLA (4th Edition)
• Plagiarism: < 10%
• AI‑generated content: < 5%

Awards & Certificates

• Best Paper Award
• Best Presentation Award
• Certificates for all participants

Registration Fees

• Students: Participant ₹200; Single author ₹350; Two authors ₹500
• Academicians/Scholars: Participant ₹300; Single author ₹400; Two authors ₹600

Important Dates

• Abstract Submission: 13th October 2026
• Acceptance of Abstract: 14th October 2026
• Registration Deadline: 21st October 2026
• Full Paper Submission: 22nd October 2026
• Conference Date: 24th October 2026
• Spot Registration: Available

How to Submit

Send abstracts to: healthpolicyconference2026@gmail.com Complete registration via the link provided in the official brochure.

Contact Details

• H. Sakthi Vadivelan: +91 79043 45365
• S.M.R. Aadithya A: +91 81487 60557

For Further Details

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