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UNIVERSITY OF MADRAS DEPARTMENT OF LEGAL STUDIES One Day National Webinar on “Interfaces between Artificial Intelligence and IPR in India” 26th August, 2020 | 3:00 PM – 6:00 PM
UNIVERSITY OF MADRAS
DEPARTMENT OF LEGAL STUDIES
One Day National Webinar on
“Interfaces between Artificial Intelligence and IPR in
India”
26th August, 2020 | 3:00 PM – 6:00 PM
ABOUT THE UNIVERSITY
The Public Petition dated 11-11-1839 initiated the establishment of Madras
University. It was in January 1840 with Mr. George Norton as its President, that the University Board was constituted. In 1854 after a lapse of 14 years, the Government of India formulated a systematic educational policy for India and as
a sequel to this on 5th September 1857 by an Act of Legislative Council of India, the University was established. The University was organised in the model of London University.
Madras University is the mother of almost all the old Universities of south India.
The University area of jurisdiction has been confined to three districts of Tamil Nadu in recent years. This is consequent to establishment of various universities in the State and demarcation of the University territories. This University has
been growing from strength to strength while widening its teaching and research activities.
His Excellency the Governor of Tamil Nadu is the Chancellor of the University.
The Vice-Chancellor who is appointed for a term is the Principal Executive Officer. The Registrar of the University, who is the Secretary of the Syndicate, is the custodian of all the records and Chief Administrator of the university. Yet
another function, the examinations of the University, is managed by Office of the Controller of Examinations.
The University imparts both Under Graduate and Post Graduate Education through the Affiliated Institutions which are spread over the districts of Chennai,
Thiruvallur and Kancheepuram. Apart from teaching, research activities in Arts, Humanities, Science, Management and Technology shape the academic tenor of
the University. A number of institutions affiliated to Madras University concentrate on research activities offeringe Ph.D., Programmes in their respective field of specialisation.
The University also offers teaching and research programmes in its four
campuses. The 68 University Departments of study and research are spread over four campuses organised into 18 Schools each of which offer Post Graduate
Courses in respective specialisation, part time and full time Ph.D. Programmes, Diploma and Certificate Programmes. The University has been accredited by National Assessment and Accreditation Council (NAAC) with the five star rating
first, and later with an A rating. The UGC has recognised the University as one of the centres for "potential for excellence" in the country.
ABOUT THE DEPARTMENT
The Department of Legal Studies, a heritage Department of the University of
Madras was established in the year 1951. Prof.C.H.ALEXANDROWICZ was the
Head of the Department from 1951 to 1961. He started M.L. Degree in
International Law & Constitutional Law, the first of its kind in India.
Prof.T.S.Rama Rao another great international jurist succeeded him and was
Head of the Department till 1988. After his retirement Prof.N.Radhakrishnan
became the Head of the Department and from 1995. He was succeeded by
Prof.(Dr.).N.Balu, who is the first Ph.D in Law from University of Madras. After
Dr.N.Balu becoming the Vice-Chancellor of National University of Advanced
Legal Studies, Cochin, Prof.(Dr.).A.David Ambrose succeeded and after his
retirement, Prof. (Dr.). B. VENUGOPAL assumed office and continuing as Head
of the Department of Legal Studies and Dean, Legal Affairs, University of Madras.
CONCEPT OF THE WEBINAR
Today Artificial intelligence (AI) systems are growing with more
sophisticated forms at an exponential rate due to the development of Science
and Technology. AI can be defined as the ability of a computer system to take
decisions by itself. The benefits of AI technology are varied and could truly have
potential to revolutionise many aspects of life, including the world of IP. But, at
the same time the introduction of AI technology also poses a number of
challenges within the IP industry which are need to be addressed in the near
future. There is no doubt that AI machines have the ability to create subject
matter which can be protected by IP. AI machines could easily create a work of
art, write a piece of literature, design an object or develop a new brand name. It
is probable that an advanced AI machine could be responsible for the
development of new technologies or new pharmaceutical drugs which might
attract patent protection. Artificial Intelligence (AI) in the world of Intellectual
Property has raised very interesting questions and debate. The casual question
normally comes in to the minds of every one is whether AI can own IP and
whether it can be infringed. The patentability of AI related inventions, proprietary
issues of inventorship and the lack of adequate regulations and standards have
left some open-ended questions. Again, the concept of AI creating subject matter
raises a number of complex legal queries, does an AI machine have sufficient
legal personality to be sued for infringement? It is obvious that AI has brought
a massive gap between ground reality and existing regulations with too many
challenges. Understanding the reality, the Department of Legal Studies with an
aim to find a suitable solution for these challenges decided to organize this
National webinar.
SUB THEME
1. Artificial Intelligence and Intellectual Property Law
2. Protection of Unregistered IP rights.
3. IP Protection for Artificial Intelligence Based Software
4. Copyright Laws and Artificial Intelligence
5. Patent Laws & Artificial Intelligence
6. Heterogeneous data, document, and web mining for IP analytics
7. IP and Patenting Strategies and Trends
8. AI and trademarks
9. Robotics, innovation and IP
Patron
Dr. B. Venugopal Professor & Head, Department of Legal Studies, Dean, Legal Affairs, Director, University Students Advisory Bureau, University of Madras, Chennai 600 005.
Inaugural Address
Prof. (Dr).J.Vijayalakshmi Principal, Government Law College, Vellore – 632 006.
Special Address
Prof. (Dr). Vijayalakshmi Ramalingam Principal, Government Law College, Chengalpattu – 603 001.
Valedictory Address
Prof. (Dr). Jayagowry Principal, Government Law College, Madurai – 625 020.
Inaugural Session (3:00-3:45 PM)
Invocation - Tamizh thaai vaazhthu
Welcome Address
Inaugural Address
Special Address
Panel Discussion 3:45 PM – 5:45 PM
Chairperson
Prof. (Dr.). N. Kayalvizhi
Principal, Government Law College,
Villuppuram.
Panelist
3:45-5:45 PM
Dr. Lucky George Head of the Department,
Intellectual Property Law, The T.N. Dr. Ambedkar Law
University,
Chennai.
Dr. Brinda Paulraj
Assistant Professor (SS), Department of Intellectual Property, Law, The T.N. Dr. Ambedkar Law,
University, Chennai.
Dr. P.R.L. Rajavenkatesan Associate Professor & Head,
VIT School of Law,
VIT, Chennai.
Panelist
3:45 - 5:45 PM
Dr. E. Prema
Senior Assistant Professor, VIT School of Law,
VIT, Chennai.
Mrs. P. Sona
Assistant Professor (SS), Government Law College,
Madurai.
Mrs. N. Aehahini Assistant Professor,
Chennai Dr. Ambedkar Government,
Law College, Pudupakkam, Chennai.
Valedictory Address
National Anthem
Webinar Director:
Dr. G. Rajasekar Assistant Professor, Department of Legal Studies,
University of Madras, Chennai 600 005.
E-mail - [email protected] +91 94444 47703
REGISTRATION
No Registration Fees.
First 500 participants will be accommodated.
Google Forms: https://forms.gle/iHnFjEmbViqKHtPR6 Last Date: 23rd August, 2020
Online Platform : Zoom Meetings Write us at : [email protected]
Meeting ID and Password will be sent through your registered email.
Electronic Certificates will be issued for only those who have participated in the entire webinar and submitted the feedback form.
Technical Assistance: A. Balaguru II Year M.L(International Law & Organisations)
Master of Ceremony:
Mrs. Nandhu (Research Scholar) Department of Legal Studies
University of Madras, Chennai - 05
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