Two-Day Workshop on From Heritage to Innovation: Effectiveness of Sui Generis Systems for the Protection of Traditional Knowledge

About the Workshop

Mar Gregorios College of Law, in collaboration with the CSIR-Traditional Knowledge Digital Library (CSIR-TKDL) and other key institutions, is organizing a high-impact two-day workshop titled “From Heritage to Innovation: Effectiveness of Sui Generis Systems for the Protection of Traditional Knowledge”. This flagship event explores the convergence of traditional knowledge, intellectual property rights, and legislative policy.

Key Topics Covered

• Concept, nature, and diverse forms of Traditional Knowledge (TK)
• Intersection of Traditional Knowledge and Intellectual Property Rights (IPR)
• Indian legal and policy frameworks alongside international legal frameworks
• Sui generis systems for TK protection and the role of the Traditional Knowledge Digital Library (TKDL)
• Prevention of misappropriation and unauthorized commercial exploitation
• Role of Biodiversity Boards, biological resources, AYUSH, indigenous medicine, and traditional art forms

Who Should Attend?

• Law students, undergraduate, and postgraduate students
• Research scholars, Ph.D. candidates, and academicians
• Researchers and legal professionals working in Intellectual Property, Environmental Law, and Biodiversity
• Individuals interested in traditional cultural expressions and indigenous rights

Registration Fees & Details

• Online Participants: ₹300
• External Offline Participants: ₹600
• MGCL Student Participants: ₹500
• Registration & Payment Deadline: September 20, 2026

E-certificates will be provided to all registered participants upon completion.

How to Apply

Eligible candidates can register by filling out the Official Registration Form and submitting the required fee via the MGCL Payment Gateway.