Supported by MPCST, Bhopal, the two-day programme focused on research ethics, patent law, AI and intellectual property rights, and responsible research practices.
The School of Technology Management & Engineering (STME) at SVKM’s NMIMS, Indore, organised a two-day National Faculty Development Programme (FDP) titled “Advancing Innovation & IP with Strengthened Academic Compliance” on July 9 and 10, 2026. The programme was funded by the Madhya Pradesh Council of Science and Technology (MPCST), Bhopal.
The programme brought together academicians and industry experts to share insights on innovation, intellectual property rights (IPR), research ethics, patent law, artificial intelligence and IPR, thesis writing, and national research infrastructure. The sessions aimed to equip faculty members with practical knowledge and perspectives to encourage responsible research, safeguard innovation and strengthen academic practices.
Through expert-led discussions and knowledge-sharing sessions, the FDP addressed emerging considerations in research and intellectual property, highlighting the importance of ethical research practices, academic compliance and the effective protection of intellectual contributions.
The initiative reflects NMIMS Indore STME’s commitment to faculty development and continuous academic advancement. By facilitating opportunities for educators to engage with evolving research practices and intellectual property frameworks, the programme sought to strengthen their capabilities in fostering innovation and maintaining academic integrity.
The programme featured contributions from Dr. Anshuman Jaswal, Dr. Vikas Khare, Mr. Gaurav Pradeep Moghe, Dr. Munendra J., Dr. Dharmendra Sharma, Dr. Raj Gaurav Mishra, Dr. Hemant Gianey, Dr. Nidhi Asthana, Dr. Ankur Ratmele, Dr. Gaurav Paliwal, Dr. Jitendra Patel, Dr. Ajit Kumar Singh, Dr. Divya Gautam, Dr. Shruti Sharma, Dr. Abhay Deep Seth, Dr. Mahipal Gadhavi, Dr. Pushpanjay Kumar Singh, Dr. Anita Chalka, Dr. Neelam Gupta, Dr. Swarupa Ojha, Dr. Vikas Kumar Jain, Dr. Praveen Singh Thakur, Dr. Abhinav Pathak, Ms. Garima Batra and Mr. Anurag Shrivastava. The National FDP reinforced the importance of equipping educators with relevant knowledge and practical perspectives to advance ethical research, intellectual property awareness and academic excellence.
