Happenings

A comprehensive Capacity Building Program was organized by the Research and Publication Cell at Symbiosis Law School (SLS), Nagpur, on February 18 and 19, 2026. The session aimed to enhance the research output of the faculty and provide strategic insights into academic publishing and project funding.

The event featured distinguished resource persons from the Symbiosis Centre for Research and Innovation (SCRI), Symbiosis International University, Pune:

• Dr. Gobinath Ravindran, Director, SCRI
• Dr. Prasoom Dwivedi, Head – Research Projects & Funding

Session Highlights

A. Technical Session: Research Writing and Journal Agreements

Dr. Gobinath Ravindran led an in-depth discussion on the intricacies of writing high-impact research papers specifically within the legal domain. Key takeaways included:

• Structural Nuances: Strategies for aligning legal research with global scholarly standards.
• Publisher Agreements: A detailed guide on utilizing institutional agreements with major publishers like SAGE and Taylor & Francis.
• Open Access Benefits: How faculty can leverage Symbiosis International University’s (SIU) partnerships to increase citation impact and visibility.

B. Technical Session: Research Projects and Funding Portals

Dr. Prasoom Dwivedi provided a roadmap for securing external and internal research grants. His session focused on:

• Grant Writing: The essential components of a successful research proposal for national and international funding bodies.
• Digital Research Infrastructure: Training on the AIMS Portal and the DARC (Data Analysis and Research Computing) facilities at Symbiosis.
• Resource Optimization: Efficiently navigating university resources to support empirical and doctrinal legal studies.

Faculty Interaction and Advisory

Following the plenary sessions, a series of one-on-one interactions were conducted the next day i.e. 19th February, 2026. Each faculty member was allotted a 15-minute slot to discuss their individual research trajectories, ongoing projects, and specific challenges. This personalized approach provided tailored mentorship and identified potential areas for interdisciplinary collaboration.

Conclusion

The visit of the SCRI leadership proved to be a significant catalyst for the academic environment at SLS Nagpur. The sessions bridged the gap between theoretical research and practical execution, ensuring that the faculty is well-equipped to meet institutional research benchmarks.