About the Organisation
Madhyastha – Centre of Excellence in ADR, University Institute of Legal Studies (UILS), Chandigarh University, is dedicated to advancing research and scholarship in Alternative Dispute Resolution (ADR).
About the Book
Original, unpublished chapters are invited for the edited volume titled “ADR and Emerging Global Trends.” This book aims to explore how ADR is evolving with globalization, digital transformation, artificial intelligence, cross-border commerce, and emerging legal challenges. It provides an interdisciplinary platform for scholars and professionals to contribute original research on contemporary ADR practice, policy, and future directions.
Themes
The themes below are illustrative and not exhaustive. Contributions connecting two or more topics are welcome.
Technology and ADR
Emerging Trends in ADR
Online Dispute Resolution (ODR)
Artificial Intelligence and ADR
International and Cross Border Dispute Resolution
International Commercial Arbitration
International Investment Arbitration
Cross Border Mediation and Conciliation
ADR in International Trade
ADR and Digital Commerce
Sector Specific Disputes
Employment and Labour Dispute Resolution
Healthcare and Medical Disputes
Family and Community Mediation
Sports Arbitration
Policy and Comparative Perspectives
Indigenous and Traditional Dispute Resolution
Comparative Approaches to ADR
Institutional and Ad Hoc Arbitration
Legislative and Policy Developments
Future Directions in ADR
Who Can Contribute
Academicians
Researchers
Legal Practitioners
Arbitrators
Mediators
Policymakers
Judicial Officers
Doctoral Scholars
Postgraduate Students
ADR Professionals
Publication Details
Double-blind peer review process
ISBN book publication
Publisher to be announced soon
Manuscript Requirements
Chapter Length: 5,000 to 7,000 words
Abstract Length: 200 to 300 words
Keywords: 5 to 6
Language: English
Font: Times New Roman
Citation Style: Indian Law Institute (ILI)
Turnitin and AI report required
Policy Requirements
Maximum authors per chapter: three
Similarity index: Not more than 10%
AI-generated manuscripts are not accepted; authors must disclose any ethical use of AI tools for language editing or research assistance
Selection Criteria
Originality and contribution to existing knowledge
Soundness of methodology and argument
Relevance to the volume’s themes
Clarity, structure, and quality of academic writing
Chapter Processing Charges (CPC)
Charges apply only to accepted book chapters after peer review
Indian Authors: Students Rs. 250, Academicians Rs. 400
International Authors: US $10 for students, US $20 for academicians
Important Dates
Full Chapter (with Abstract) Submission: September 10, 2026
Acceptance or Revision Notification: September 22, 2026
Revised Chapter Submission: October 2, 2026
Publication Date: December 31, 2026
How to Submit?
Interested contributors should send their full chapter (with abstract) as a Word document to madhyastha@cumail.in. Please use the file name format: Author Surname, Chapter Title. For any queries regarding the volume, themes, or submission process, write to the same email address.
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