Empowering Innovation – Akal University to Host Two-Day Workshop on Intellectual Property Rights (IPR) Awareness

Akal University, Talwandi Sabo, continues to strengthen its mission of nurturing innovation and research excellence by organizing a Two-Day Workshop on “Intellectual Property Rights (IPR) Awareness: Creation to Protection”. The workshop is being jointly hosted by the Intellectual Property Management & Commercialization Cell (IPMCC) and the Research and Development Cell (RDC) of the University.

Supported by the Patent Information Centre of Punjab State Council for Science & Technology (PSCST) and the Department of Science & Technology (DST), Government of India, the event aims to equip participants with practical knowledge on intellectual property creation, protection, and commercialization.

Event Details at a Glance

Dates: November 13–14, 2025

Venue: Akal University, Talwandi Sabo

Registration Fee: Free of Cost

Last Date for Registration: November 10, 2025

Inauguration and Distinguished Guests

The event will commence in the divine presence of Prof. Gurmail Singh, Hon’ble Vice-Chancellor of Akal University.
Dr. Dapinder Kaur Bakshi, Joint Director (R&SF) and Coordinator, PIC-PSCST, Chandigarh, will set the tone of the workshop with her insightful introductory remarks.

Key Highlights of the Workshop

The workshop will feature sessions by renowned experts in the field of intellectual property and research innovation:

• IP Protection & Monetization by Ms. Divya Kaushik, Scientist, PSCST
• Patent Information & Search Strategies by Dr. Vimal Kumar Varun, Former Head (IT & NRDC), Department of Scientific & Industrial Research, Government of India
• IP Clinic Session by PSCST Team
• Strengthening University IP Ecosystem by Dr. Preeti Kheterpal, IPMCC Nodal Officer, Central University of Bathinda
• Elements of Patentability & Patent Searches by Dr. Niranjan Yeole, Senior Scientist, CSIR-NCL, Pune
• IP Importance in Industry by Dr. Ravi Sahai, Chief Manager (IP), IOCL R&D Centre, Faridabad

These sessions will cover everything from understanding the fundamentals of IP protection to exploring strategies for monetizing innovations.

Interactive and Creative Engagements

To inspire creativity and participation, the workshop will also feature exciting activities such as Poster and Oral Presentations and a Rangoli Competition—offering students a platform to express innovation through art and ideas.

Join the Movement Towards Innovation-Driven Education

Akal University invites all students, research scholars, and faculty members to be part of this transformative initiative. Don’t miss this opportunity to gain insights from leading IP experts and learn how to safeguard and commercialize your innovations.

Mark your calendars for November 13–14, 2025 — and be a part of an informed, innovation-driven academic community.

👉 Register Now: https://forms.gle/1WUDs3dK3D7ZPP1q6

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