ABOUT THE ORGANISER / COLLEGE / UNIVERSITY
The Innovation Brief is a student-led platform at National Law University Delhi that seeks to foster informed and accessible discourse at the intersection of law, innovation, technology, intellectual property, and public policy.
Through its publications and initiatives, the platform provides a space for students, researchers, practitioners, and other stakeholders to engage with emerging legal and policy questions.
The Innovation Brief is institutionally supported by the Centre for Innovation, Intellectual Property and Competition (CIIPC) at National Law University Delhi, which works towards advancing research and dialogue on issues concerning innovation, intellectual property, and competition.
DETAILS ABOUT THE EVENT / OPPORTUNITY
The Innovation Brief has invited blog submissions on the theme:
“Impact of the Intersection of Innovation and Access by the EU-India FTA”
The call focuses on how the EU-India Free Trade Agreement (FTA), particularly its Intellectual Property Rights (IPR) chapter, could reshape the balance between innovation and access.
Potential areas for submissions include:
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Pharmaceutical patents
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Data exclusivity
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Compulsory licensing
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Generics
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Geographical Indications (GIs)
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Traditional knowledge
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Copyright enforcement
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Digital trade
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Competition policy
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Technology transfer
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Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs)
Submissions may also examine whether the EU-India FTA fairly balances European protection standards with India’s development and public health priorities. The listed areas are illustrative, and contributors may explore other relevant aspects of the EU-India FTA, including chapters concerning digital trade and anticompetitive conduct.
WHO IS IT FOR / ELIGIBILITY TO PARTICIPATE
The call is open to prospective contributors interested in the legal and policy questions arising at the intersection of innovation, access, intellectual property, technology, competition, and public policy.
The Innovation Brief’s platform engages students, researchers, practitioners, and other stakeholders.
MODE OF THE EVENT
Online — blog submissions are made through the online submission form.
REGISTRATION / SUBMISSION LINKS & PROCEDURE
Interested contributors should review the submission guidelines, formatting requirements, and review details available on The Innovation Brief’s website before submitting.
Submission guidelines: The Innovation Brief – Write
Submission form: Google Form
DEADLINES / IMPORTANT DATES
Submission deadline: 20th October 2026
All submissions must be made by the stated deadline.
OFFICIAL LINK OF THE EVENT / BROCHURE / RULES & REGULATIONS
Official website: The Innovation Brief
Submission guidelines: Write for The Innovation Brief
Submission form: Google Form
