Call for Papers: International Webinar on IPR and Sustainable Cities and Communities by University of Mysore

Call for Papers – Department of Studies in Law, Mysore University

The Department of Studies in Law, established in 1973, is a leading institution in Southern India known for its excellence in legal education and research. The department offers LL.M. and Ph.D. programs, fostering research in Constitutional Law, International Law, and Business & Trade Law.

Call for Papers: Intellectual Property Rights & Sustainable Urban Development

The New Urban Agenda, adopted at the United Nations Conference on Housing and Sustainable Urban Development (2016), highlights the role of innovation, technology, and sustainability in urban development. Intellectual Property Rights (IPR) are instrumental in protecting and sharing knowledge and green technologies essential for achieving Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs).

The Department of Studies in Law invites original research papers, case studies, and policy analyses from academicians, practitioners, researchers, and students.

Themes

Submissions may focus on, but are not limited to:

The Role of IPR in Advancing Urban Sustainability and Green Innovation
Innovative Urban Mobility Solutions & Protection of Green Technologies Through IPR
IPR and Renewable Energy Innovations in Sustainable Cities
Smart Cities & The Role of IPR in Technological Innovation for Sustainability
IPR as a Driver of Sustainable Transport, Patents, and Green Technologies
IPR and Urban Water Management Solutions: Innovations for Water Conservation
Global Perspectives on Intellectual Property & Sustainable Urban Practices
Aligning IPR with the New Urban Agenda to Achieve SDGs
Emerging Technologies & the Evolving Role of IPR

Submission Guidelines

Abstract: Maximum 150 words with a title and five keywords.
Manuscript Length: 5,000 – 8,000 words.
File Format: Word Document (.doc/.docx).
Cover Letter: Must include the title, author(s) details, and contact information.
Co-Authorship: Maximum two authors per paper.
Plagiarism Check: All submissions will be screened for plagiarism. Any form of plagiarism will result in immediate rejection.