Call for Papers: International Research Conference 2027 by Centre for Research and Policy, NMIMS Kirit P. Mehta School of Law [Hybrid; Jan 30–31; Prizes up to ₹16,000]: Submit Abstract by Nov 20The Centre for Research and Policy at NMIMS Kirit P. Mehta School of Law (KPMSOL), Mumbai, has invited submissions for its International Research Conference 2027, scheduled to be held in hybrid mode on January 30–31, 2027. The conference seeks to bring together students, academicians, legal professionals, researchers, and policy scholars to engage in meaningful discussions on contemporary legal and policy challenges shaping the global landscape.About the OrganizerKirit P. Mehta School of Law (KPMSOL), a constituent school of NMIMS (Deemed-to-be University), Mumbai, was established under the SVKM group and received approval from the Bar Council of India in 2013. The institution is known for its interdisciplinary legal education, research-oriented pedagogy, and industry engagement.The Centre for Research and Policy, established in 2018 (formerly the Centre for Legal Research and Application), serves as a dedicated platform for promoting legal research, policy analysis, and scholarly discourse. The Centre actively facilitates dialogue among researchers, academicians, policymakers, and legal practitioners on emerging legal and socio-economic issues.About the ConferenceThe International Research Conference 2027 aims to provide an academic platform for the presentation and discussion of innovative research addressing contemporary legal developments and policy reforms. The conference encourages interdisciplinary perspectives on global governance, climate change, economic development, technology, human rights, international relations, and emerging regulatory frameworks.Selected participants will have the opportunity to present their research before an academic audience comprising scholars, practitioners, and experts from various disciplines.ThemesSubmissions are invited under the following broad themes:Theme 1: Criminal LawMarital rape exception and contemporary jurisprudenceForensic science in criminal adjudicationSentencing reforms and community serviceCryptocurrency-enabled white-collar crimeMedia trials and criminal justiceTheme 2: Intellectual Property, Technology and Artificial IntelligenceAI and intellectual property rightsTRIPS obligations and free trade agreementsLegal personhood of AI and robotsDeepfakes and misinformationSmart contracts and digital legal transactionsTheme 3: Environmental Law and Climate PolicyClean energy transition and legal frameworksRight to a clean environmentE-waste and biomedical waste managementCarbon Credit Trading Scheme in IndiaGreenwashing and corporate accountabilityTheme 4: Corporate Law and Labour LawCompetition law and big dataKiller acquisitions and deal-value thresholdsAntitrust enforcementLabour Codes and their implementationRights of gig and platform workersTheme 5: Human Rights and Global JusticeForced labour and manual scavengingAccess to justice and human dignityReproductive autonomyLegal aid mechanismsMental health and access to healthcareTheme 6: Space LawAI and militarization of outer spaceSpace resource extraction and ownershipSpace tourism and commercializationSpace traffic managementJurisdiction and liability in outer spaceTheme 7: Maritime LawUNCLOS, MARPOL and environmental governanceBlue economy and deep-sea resourcesPiracy and maritime liabilityLabour rights at seaAutonomous vessels and AI-assisted navigationEligibilityThe conference is open to:Law StudentsLegal ProfessionalsAcademiciansResearchers and ScholarsMode of ConferenceThe conference will be conducted in Hybrid Mode, allowing participants to attend either physically or virtually.Submission ProcessInterested participants must first submit an abstract through the prescribed Google Form.Upon acceptance of the abstract, authors will be required to:Complete registration and fee payment;Submit the full research paper;Submit a PowerPoint presentation for the final presentation round.Registration Fee (Indian Participants)CategoryFeeSingle Student Author₹1,200Two Student Co-authors₹1,600Three Student Co-authors₹1,900Single Academician/Professional₹1,800Two Academicians/Professionals₹2,200Three Academicians/Professionals₹2,600Mixed Team (2 Academicians + Students)₹1,800Mixed Team (3 Academicians + Students)₹2,200Awards and Publication OpportunitiesThe conference offers attractive academic and financial incentives:First Best Paper: ₹16,000Second Best Paper: ₹11,000Third Best Paper: ₹8,000Best Presenter: ₹5,000Additional Benefits:Top 10 papers may be considered for internship opportunities with partner organizations.Top 5 papers may be considered for publication in an ISSN-indexed journal.Selected papers may be published in an ISSN journal or ISBN conference proceedings volume.Certificates/E-certificates for all participants.Certificates of Merit for the 30 best paper presentations.Important DatesLast Date for Abstract Submission: November 20, 2026Last Date for Registration and Fee Payment: December 10, 2026Last Date for Full Paper Submission: December 25, 2026Last Date for PPT Submission: January 25, 2027Conference Dates: January 30–31, 2027Submission LinkAbstract Submission FormPaper Submission LinkPayment LinkContact InformationCentre for Research and Policy, KPMSOL, NMIMSEmail: Centreforresearchandpolicy@gmail.comContact Persons:Krishna Sharma: +91 7470846613Niranjana N.: +91 8310479824Dishika Chavan: +91 9324632335Law students, researchers, academicians, and professionals interested in publishing and presenting their work on contemporary legal issues may consider submitting their abstracts before the November 20, 2026 deadline. 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