Investment Law and Arbitration Lab

1. What are the topics that I can work on in the Lab?

Participants will analyze proposals for investor-state dispute resolution reform discussed in the UNCITRAL Working Group III. The Lab focuses on proposals for the creation and possible image of an appeal mechanism for awards rendered by the investment tribunals, an advisory center, a permanent investment court, etc. Participants could also offer their own ideas on certain aspects of the reform, based on current international practice and the views of the states participating in the Working Group.

2. May I choose my own topic?

The Lab's topics are limited to the agenda of UNCITRAL Working Group III. Participants choose the key issues for their research together with the Lab’s research advisors.

3. What is the estimated workload for the Lab’s participants?

The workload is determined on a case-by-case basis taking into account that the Lab does not require full-time participation, and involves a team work on the research. Participation in the Lab requires a certain level of expertise, which is taken into account when estimating the amount of time required from the participant to complete the task.

4. Who will be considered the author of the final research paper: the ICRLC or a participant?

The final research paper may be sent to UNCITRAL Working Group III on behalf of the ICLRC as an observer in this Working Group and published on the ICLRC’s website. The research paper may contain an indication that it was prepared by the participants within the Lab. Conditions for use of research materials in own publications of a Lab’s participant are discussed individually.

5. In what language do I need to submit my application?

Your CV and motivation letter can be drafted both in English and in Russian.

6. Is only online format possible?

Researchers can participate in the Lab exclusively online but the hybrid format is also possible.

7. How is the work in the Lab structured?

The Lab requires a deep and thorough study of the issues on its agenda. The participants work in small groups, each of which has a research advisor who determines the structure of the research, guides its progress, and provides feedback. During the Lab, participants prepare written papers, participate in discussions, and present their research results to experts. There are also lectures on topical issues of investment law and arbitration, research skills, and mentoring sessions by invited experts who share their experiences and give advice on getting an education and building a career.

8. What are the opportunities that the Lab gives to the participants?

Participants will be able to work in a team under the guidance of experts specializing in investment law and arbitration and strengthen their expertise. They will also have the opportunity to prepare and publish a specialized research paper and contribute to the work of a body of an international organization (UNCITRAL).

9. May I join the Lab?

We are looking for candidates with a law degree (master's or specialist's), proficient in English and interested in investment law and arbitration. Master's students may also take part in exceptional cases. The Lab is open to both Russian citizens and foreigners.

1. What are the topics that I can work on in the Lab?

Participants will analyze proposals for investor-state dispute resolution reform discussed in the UNCITRAL Working Group III. The Lab focuses on proposals for the creation and possible image of an appeal mechanism for awards rendered by the investment tribunals, an advisory center, a permanent investment court, etc. Participants could also offer their own ideas on certain aspects of the reform, based on current international practice and the views of the states participating in the Working Group.

2. May I choose my own topic?

The Lab's topics are limited to the agenda of UNCITRAL Working Group III. Participants choose the key issues for their research together with the Lab’s research advisors.

3. What is the estimated workload for the Lab’s participants?

The workload is determined on a case-by-case basis taking into account that the Lab does not require full-time participation, and involves a team work on the research. Participation in the Lab requires a certain level of expertise, which is taken into account when estimating the amount of time required from the participant to complete the task.

4. Who will be considered the author of the final research paper: the ICRLC or a participant?

The final research paper may be sent to UNCITRAL Working Group III on behalf of the ICLRC as an observer in this Working Group and published on the ICLRC’s website. The research paper may contain an indication that it was prepared by the participants within the Lab. Conditions for use of research materials in own publications of a Lab’s participant are discussed individually.

5. In what language do I need to submit my application?

Your CV and motivation letter can be drafted both in English and in Russian.

6. Is only online format possible?

Researchers can participate in the Lab exclusively online but the hybrid format is also possible.

7. How is the work in the Lab structured?

The Lab requires a deep and thorough study of the issues on its agenda. The participants work in small groups, each of which has a research advisor who determines the structure of the research, guides its progress, and provides feedback. During the Lab, participants prepare written papers, participate in discussions, and present their research results to experts. There are also lectures on topical issues of investment law and arbitration, research skills, and mentoring sessions by invited experts who share their experiences and give advice on getting an education and building a career.

8. What are the opportunities that the Lab gives to the participants?

Participants will be able to work in a team under the guidance of experts specializing in investment law and arbitration and strengthen their expertise. They will also have the opportunity to prepare and publish a specialized research paper and contribute to the work of a body of an international organization (UNCITRAL).

9. May I join the Lab?

We are looking for candidates with a law degree (master's or specialist's), proficient in English and interested in investment law and arbitration. Master's students may also take part in exceptional cases. The Lab is open to both Russian citizens and foreigners.

1. What are the topics that I can work on in the Lab?

Participants will analyze proposals for investor-state dispute resolution reform discussed in the UNCITRAL Working Group III. The Lab focuses on proposals for the creation and possible image of an appeal mechanism for awards rendered by the investment tribunals, an advisory center, a permanent investment court, etc. Participants could also offer their own ideas on certain aspects of the reform, based on current international practice and the views of the states participating in the Working Group.

2. May I choose my own topic?

The Lab's topics are limited to the agenda of UNCITRAL Working Group III. Participants choose the key issues for their research together with the Lab’s research advisors.

3. What is the estimated workload for the Lab’s participants?

The workload is determined on a case-by-case basis taking into account that the Lab does not require full-time participation, and involves a team work on the research. Participation in the Lab requires a certain level of expertise, which is taken into account when estimating the amount of time required from the participant to complete the task.

4. Who will be considered the author of the final research paper: the ICRLC or a participant?

The final research paper may be sent to UNCITRAL Working Group III on behalf of the ICLRC as an observer in this Working Group and published on the ICLRC’s website. The research paper may contain an indication that it was prepared by the participants within the Lab. Conditions for use of research materials in own publications of a Lab’s participant are discussed individually.

5. In what language do I need to submit my application?

Your CV and motivation letter can be drafted both in English and in Russian.

6. Is only online format possible?

Researchers can participate in the Lab exclusively online but the hybrid format is also possible.

7. How is the work in the Lab structured?

The Lab requires a deep and thorough study of the issues on its agenda. The participants work in small groups, each of which has a research advisor who determines the structure of the research, guides its progress, and provides feedback. During the Lab, participants prepare written papers, participate in discussions, and present their research results to experts. There are also lectures on topical issues of investment law and arbitration, research skills, and mentoring sessions by invited experts who share their experiences and give advice on getting an education and building a career.

8. What are the opportunities that the Lab gives to the participants?

Participants will be able to work in a team under the guidance of experts specializing in investment law and arbitration and strengthen their expertise. They will also have the opportunity to prepare and publish a specialized research paper and contribute to the work of a body of an international organization (UNCITRAL).

9. May I join the Lab?

We are looking for candidates with a law degree (master's or specialist's), proficient in English and interested in investment law and arbitration. Master's students may also take part in exceptional cases. The Lab is open to both Russian citizens and foreigners.