Hema K is an Assistant Professor at the School of Law, CHRIST (Deemed to be University). She holds a PhD in intellectual property law from National Law University, Jodhpur. Her doctoral research focused on ?Protection of Fashion Designs: A Critical Analysis under the Intellectual Property Laws in India.? She was a second-rank holder in BALLB from Bangalore University. Hema specializes in Intellectual Property Law, Competition Law, and Women and Law. She has presented research at numerous conferences, including the Masters? Conference in Intellectual Property Rights 2.0. At this event, hosted by IIT Kharagpur in 2021, she won the 'Best Presenter' award. She has also contributed book chapters, showcasing her expertise in these fields. Hema is a member of the Internal Quality Assurance Cell (IQAC) and Teaching and Learning Enhancement Cell (TLEC) at the School of Law. In these roles, she supports academic quality and institutional excellence. Her contributions reflect her commitment to research, teaching, and professional development.