DEPARTMENT OF CRIMINAL LAW OF THE INSTITUTE OF LAW
Academic and Research Institute of law
Sumy state university
June 13-14, 2024: Round Table “Protection of Intellectual Property Rights of Researchers and Scientific Institutions: Best EU Practices”
On June 13-14, 2024, within the framework of the project “Protection of Intellectual Property Rights of Researchers and Scientific Institutions: Best EU Practices” 🇪🇺, a round table was held, focusing on the most pressing issues of intellectual property protection in Ukraine and EU countries.
Sumy State University celebrated Science Day with a “Scientific Picnic,” where scientists, students, and visitors gathered to discuss cutting-edge research and educational initiatives.
In celebration of Science Day, Sumy State University hosted an event that combined science with leisure—the “Scientific Picnic”. This year, the theme “How to Profit from Science” particularly captured the interest of students and faculty alike.
Within the framework of the educational project 2023-2026 – EUEPPDC – 101125350 – ERASMUS-JMO-2023-MODULE: EU Experience in Protecting Personal Data in Cyberspace under the Erasmus+ Jean Monnet Module, a landmark lecture was held on the topic “Challenges of Modernity in the Field of Personal Data Protection”. The lecture was conducted by Mikhail Dumchykov, a senior lecturer and project leader.
As part of the Erasmus+-funded educational project EUEPPDC – 101125350, a significant lecture was delivered by Mikhail Dumchykov, a renowned expert in cybersecurity and the project leader. The event focused on pertinent issues such as the impact of Big Data and blockchain technologies on privacy, the assessment of benefits and risks associated with large datasets, and the analysis of interactions between Web 2.0 and 3.0 platforms.
The discussion sparked considerable interest among participants, highlighting the challenges and opportunities associated with ensuring confidentiality in the digital age. The lecture attracted students from the fields of Law, International Law, and the Faculty of Electronics and Information Technologies, demonstrating a high interest in integrating knowledge across different disciplines. The event was highly rated by attendees, who actively participated in discussions and posed questions.
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Recently, a significant event took place within the framework of the 2023-2026 educational project titled EUEPPDC – 101125350 – ERASMUS-JMO-2023-MODULE, which focuses on studying the EU’s experience in protecting personal data in cyberspace under the Erasmus+ programme, specifically the Jean Monnet Module. The main theme of the event was an open lecture titled “Cybercrime: The Challenge of Protecting Personal Data in the Modern World.”The project curator, Olga Bondarenko, delved deeply into the issue of personal data protection on the Internet, placing particular emphasis on aspects of their vulnerability. She unveiled key challenges and discussed contemporary methods to safeguard information from unauthorised access.Also present at the event was the guest expert, practicing solicitor Marina Kysloshchaeva, who shared practical aspects of her work. She described real-life situations faced by professionals in protecting client data in cyberspace and offered valuable advice on ensuring cybersecurity.The lecture sparked lively discussion among the participants, highlighting the relevance of personal data protection in today’s era of information transparency.
On 6 May 2024, the Department of Criminal Law and Procedure at the Intellectual Property programme hosted an engaging online lecture on the topic of “AI and Copyright”. The lecture was delivered by Professor Katrin Nyman-Metcalfe, a leading expert in the field of law and technology from the Law Department of Tallinn University of Technology.
Ruslana DEGTYAR, teacher-intern of the department, successfully graduated from the Spring School “European technology transfer for Ukrainian universities” (European technology transfer for Ukrainian universities, UniTECH). The event was held within the framework of the Jean Monnet project “European technology transfer for Ukrainian universities” UniTECH under the JEAN-MONNET CHAIRS program.
We are pleased to announce that a fascinating lecture on the topic “The importance of developing a sustainable society” was held as part of virtual mobility for the students of the intellectual property educational program. Doctor of Science, Director of the BUP Center in Finland, Professor Cecilia Lundberg from Åbo Akademi University was the lecturer.
The lecture revealed critical aspects of sustainable development, offering valuable insights into its importance in the field of intellectual property. The students had a unique opportunity to study the experience of Dr. S. Lundberg and explore the intersection of sustainability principles with intellectual property rights.
This event was part of our ongoing efforts to improve the learning process and provide students with diverse perspectives on key topics in their field.
We express our gratitude to Professor S. Lundberg for an exciting lecture and a valuable contribution to the academic path of our winners.
On 22 April 2024, Yevgeniya Lytvynenko, a teaching intern from the Department of Criminal Law and Procedure, attended an event as part of the Ukrainian Intellectual Property Week 2024 (IP WEEK 2024). The event, “Talking about my idea”, was organized by the National IP & Innovations Hub and TISK in Ukraine, focusing on “Sustainable Development, Intellectual Property, and a ‘Green’ Future”. Participants learned how intellectual property influences the implementation of innovative and creative solutions that play a key role in shaping a green future.
On 5th April, Natalya Shapovalova, a detective from the Organisational and Methodological Department of the Main Directorate of the National Police in Kyiv, delivered an insightful lecture to students of the Academic and Research Institute of Law at Sumy State University. The presentation focused on criminal offences against human life and health.
