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Please read these Terms of Use (“Terms”) carefully before using the OryzaNet website and services (the “Site”). By accessing or using this Site, you agree to be bound by these Terms. If you do not agree with any part of these Terms, you should not use the Site.
1. About Us
OryzaNet is an international research network funded by the Biotechnology and Biological Sciences Research Council (BBSRC). We provide a platform and community for collaboration, training, networking, and research activity in the field of rice science.
2. Use of the Site
You may use the Site only for lawful purposes and in accordance with these Terms. You agree not to:
- Use the Site in any way that violates applicable laws or regulations
- Interfere with the security or operation of the Site
- Attempt to access areas of the Site that are restricted or designated for administrators
- Upload or transmit content that is illegal, harmful, defamatory, or infringing on third-party rights
3. Registration and Member Content
Certain features (e.g., joining the network, event registration, newsletters) require you to provide personal information. You agree to:
- Provide accurate and up-to-date information
- Maintain the confidentiality of login credentials (where applicable)
- Update information if it changes
By submitting information and content as part of membership, you grant OryzaNet a non-exclusive, worldwide, royalty-free licence to use, publish, and share that content for the purpose of network operations, publications, and communications.
4. Intellectual Property
All content on the Site, including text, graphics, logos, images, videos, and software, is owned by OryzaNet or its licensors and is protected by intellectual property laws.
You may view, download, and print material from the Site for personal, non-commercial use only. Any other use requires our prior written consent.
5. External Links
The Site may include links to third-party websites (“Linked Sites”). Linked Sites are provided for convenience only, and we do not control or endorse their content. We are not responsible for the privacy practices or content of Linked Sites.
6. Disclaimers
The Site and its content are provided on an “as-is” basis without warranties of any kind, whether express or implied. To the fullest extent permitted by law, OryzaNet disclaims all warranties, including:
- Accuracy, completeness, or timeliness of content
- Non-infringement
- Fitness for a particular purpose
7. Limitation of Liability
To the maximum extent permitted by law, OryzaNet and its affiliates will not be liable for any indirect, incidental, consequential, or punitive damages arising out of your use of the Site.
8. Indemnity
You agree to indemnify and hold harmless OryzaNet, its officers, directors, employees, and agents from any claims, losses, liabilities, damages, and expenses (including legal fees) arising from your use of the Site, your violation of these Terms, or your infringement of any rights.
9. Privacy
Use of the Site is also governed by our Privacy Policy, which is incorporated into these Terms. Please review the Privacy Policy to understand how we collect, use, and protect your personal data.
10. Changes to Terms
We may revise these Terms from time to time. We will post the updated Terms on the Site with a revised “Last updated” date. Continued use of the Site after changes indicates your acceptance of the new Terms.
11. Governing Law
These Terms are governed by the laws of England and Wales and subject to the exclusive jurisdiction of the courts of that jurisdiction.