National Conference | Intellectual Property Rights: Innovation, Access and Society | Gautam Buddha University | Hybrid Mode | Submit by 31st October 2026

National Conference | Intellectual Property Rights: Innovation, Access and Society | Gautam Buddha University | Hybrid Mode | Submit by 31st October 2026

National Conference on Intellectual Property Rights: Innovation, Access and Society Date: 20 November 2026 (Friday) | Mode: Hybrid

Organised By: Legal Aid Clinic & Pro‑Bono Club, School of Law, Justice & Governance, Gautam Buddha University, Greater Noida In Collaboration With: Jotwani Associates, New Delhi

About the Organizers

The Legal Aid Clinic & Pro‑Bono Club at Gautam Buddha University is dedicated to promoting access to justice, legal literacy, community outreach, and pro bono activities, fostering practical legal skills and constitutional values. The School of Law, Justice & Governance at GBU emphasizes interdisciplinary legal education, clinical learning, and research to prepare socially responsible professionals. Jotwani Associates, a New Delhi‑based law firm, specializes in Intellectual Property Rights, Corporate Laws, Litigation, Cyber Laws, and Government Relations, serving clients across India and internationally.

About the Conference

Intellectual Property Rights (IPR) are vital for promoting creativity, innovation, and technological advancement. At the same time, they raise pressing questions of access to knowledge, medicines, technology, and education.

This National Conference aims to provide a multidisciplinary platform for academics, researchers, practitioners, policymakers, and students to deliberate on:

• IPR and emerging technologies (AI, biotechnology, digital economy)
• Equitable access to knowledge and public welfare
• Balancing private rights with public interest
• Adequacy of Indian and international IPR frameworks
• Legal reforms, enforcement, technology transfer, traditional knowledge, public health, competition, and inclusive development

Themes

Theme I: IPR and Innovation – Patents, AI & IP, Copyright in Digital Economy, Biotechnology, Technology Transfer Theme II: IPR, Access and Public Interest – Access to Justice, Medicines, Education, Traditional Knowledge, Competition Theme III: IPR, Society and the Future – Social Justice, Generative AI & Copyright, Digital Piracy, Data Privacy, Future of IP Policy

Submission Guidelines

• Abstract: 300–500 words (objectives, methodology, data sources, keywords)
• Plagiarism: Below 10% | No AI‑generated content accepted
• Format: Times New Roman, 12‑point, 1.5 spacing | OSCOLA (4th ed.) citation
• Cover page with author details | Full paper submission via Google Form

Important Dates

• Abstract & Registration Deadline: 31 October 2026
• Acceptance Notification: 10 November 2026
• Full Paper Submission: 18 November 2026
• Conference Date: 20 November 2026

Registration Fee

• GBU UG & PG Students: ₹200
• Other UG/PG Students & Research Scholars: ₹300
• Faculty Members & Professionals: ₹500 (Includes kit, meals, certificate; excludes accommodation)

Contact

Email: legalaid@gbu.ac.in

Faculty Coordinators: Dr. Deepak Jaisal (8840569064), Mr. Kuldeep Singh (7489221485), Ms. Habiba Sheikh (7388331131)

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