Intellectual Property Teachers, Researchers: WIPO-WTO Colloquium is Open for Applications
November 5, 2024
The World Intellectual Property Organization (WIPO) and the World Trade Organization (WTO) have announced the opening of applications for the 2024-2025 WIPO-WTO Colloquium. The Colloquium is a unique opportunity for scholars to engage in high-level discussions and research on intellectual property (IP) and international trade issues.
The Colloquium brings together leading academics, researchers, and policymakers from around the world to explore various aspects of IP law and its relationship with international trade. The discussions focus on contemporary challenges and emerging trends in IP, including:
- The role of IP in promoting innovation and economic growth
- The interplay between IP and other areas of law, such as competition and human rights
- The impact of technology on IP systems and enforcement
- The use of IP in trade negotiations and agreements
Eligibility:
The Colloquium is open to:
- Full-time faculty members of law schools or other academic institutions
- Researchers affiliated with international organizations or research institutes
- Advanced doctoral students specializing in IP and international trade
Benefits:
Participants in the Colloquium will benefit from:
- Access to leading experts in the field of IP and international trade
- Opportunities for networking and collaboration with other researchers and policymakers
- Exposure to the latest developments in IP law and policy
- A research grant to support research related to the Colloquium’s themes
Application Process:
Interested candidates are required to submit the following materials by February 28, 2025:
- A curriculum vitae
- A letter of recommendation from the applicant’s Head of Department
- A research proposal outlining the applicant’s proposed research topic and its relevance to the Colloquium’s themes
- A statement of interest explaining why the applicant wishes to participate in the Colloquium
Selection Process:
Applications will be evaluated by a Selection Committee composed of representatives from WIPO and the WTO. The Committee will consider the applicant’s academic qualifications, research experience, and the relevance of the proposed research topic to the Colloquium’s themes.
Timeline:
- Application deadline: February 28, 2025
- Notification of selection: May 2025
- Colloquium dates: September 2025 – June 2026
Contact Information:
For more information and to apply, please visit the WIPO-WTO Colloquium website: www.wipo.int/wipo_wto_colloquium/.
The WIPO-WTO Colloquium is a valuable opportunity for intellectual property scholars and researchers to contribute to the advancement of knowledge in this field. We encourage eligible candidates to apply and participate in this prestigious program.
Intellectual property teachers, researchers: WIPO-WTO Colloquium is open for applications
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