Terms and Conditions
Welcome to SCIATLAS! These Terms and Conditions ("Agreement") govern your use of the SCIATLAS website (the "www.sciatlas.com"), operated by [SCIATLAS] ("we," "our," or "us"). By accessing or using the Website, you agree to comply with these terms, so please read them carefully. If you do not agree to these terms, please refrain from using the Website.
1. Acceptance of Terms
By accessing or using the SCIATLAS Website, you agree to be bound by these Terms and Conditions, as well as our Privacy Policy. We may modify these terms at any time, and your continued use of the Website constitutes your acceptance of such modifications. Please check this page regularly for updates.
2. Intellectual Property
All content, including articles, images, graphics, videos, and logos on the SCIATLAS Website, is protected by copyright, trademark, and other intellectual property laws. You may not reproduce, distribute, modify, or publicly display any content without written permission from SCIATLAS or the respective rights holders. Users are granted a limited, non-exclusive, and revocable license to view and use the content for personal, non-commercial purposes.
3. Use of Website
The Website provides information, articles, and materials related to science, technology, and related fields. You agree to use the Website for lawful purposes only. You are prohibited from using the Website:
For any illegal activities or violations of applicable laws.
To post or transmit any harmful, threatening, defamatory, offensive, obscene, or fraudulent material.
To infringe on the intellectual property rights of SCIATLAS or third parties.
4. User-Generated Content
By submitting any content (comments, articles, etc.) to the Website, you grant SCIATLAS a non-exclusive, worldwide, royalty-free, perpetual license to use, reproduce, modify, and display your content in connection with the Website. You represent that you own or have the necessary rights to submit the content and that it does not violate the rights of third parties. SCIATLAS reserves the right to remove or edit any user-submitted content that violates these Terms.
5.Third-Party Links and Services
The Website may include links to third-party websites or services. These links are provided for your convenience, but SCIATLAS does not control or endorse the content or practices of these external sites. Accessing third-party links is at your own risk, and you should review their terms and conditions.
6. Limitation of Liability
SCIATLAS and its affiliates, employees, or partners will not be liable for any direct, indirect, incidental, consequential, or punitive damages arising from your use of the Website or your inability to use it. This includes but is not limited to damages for lost data, loss of profits, or business interruptions.
7. Indemnification
You agree to indemnify and hold SCIATLAS and its affiliates harmless from any claims, losses, liabilities, damages, costs, and expenses (including reasonable attorneys' fees) arising from your use of the Website, your violation of these Terms, or any breach of third-party rights.
8. Termination of Access
We reserve the right to terminate or restrict your access to the Website at our sole discretion, without notice, if you violate these Terms or engage in unlawful or inappropriate activities.
9. Account Information
To access certain features of the SCIATLAS Website, you may be required to create an account. If any content or functionality on the Website requires registration, you must complete the registration process by providing accurate and complete information. By registering, you grant us and all entities involved in the operation of the Website the right to use, store, monitor, retrieve, and transmit your account information as necessary for the Website's functionality and as outlined in this Agreement.
Our collection and use of your account information are governed by our Privacy Policy, which is incorporated by reference into these Terms. By using the Website, you acknowledge and agree that SCIATLAS may access, preserve, and disclose your account information and user-generated content if required by law, or if we, in good faith, believe such actions are reasonably necessary to:
(a) Comply with legal processes or obligations; (b) Enforce these Terms and Conditions; (c) Respond to claims that user-generated content violates the rights of third parties; (d) Provide you with specific features or services of the Website; (e) Respond to any inquiries or communications you make to SCIATLAS; (f) Protect the rights, property, or safety of SCIATLAS, its users, or the public.
10. Paid Subscription
Certain areas of the SCIATLAS Website are available to you free of charge, while other sections may require a paid subscription. We may charge fees for access to specific content or features on the Website. To make any purchases on the Website, you must be at least 18 years old or have obtained permission from a parent or guardian. We will notify you in advance of any fees charged and any changes to those fees. If you continue to use the Website after a fee has been imposed or increased, you agree to pay the applicable fee.
Some features of the Website require a paid subscription for access. By signing up for a subscription, you acknowledge that your subscription may be automatically renewed. Unless otherwise specified in the relevant guidelines, if you do not cancel your subscription, you authorize us to charge your payment method for the next subscription period. If you choose to terminate your subscription, you may still be responsible for the full subscription payment for the current period.
When providing payment information, you represent and warrant that the information is accurate and that you are authorized to use the payment method provided. You must notify us of any changes to your payment information. We may utilize third-party services to update your credit card information with current expiration dates. If you fail to pay any fees when due, you will remain liable for those fees and any costs we incur in collecting them, including attorney and collection fees. You authorize us to continue charging your selected payment method, and we may suspend or terminate your access to the Website as a result.
Subscriptions purchased are non-refundable and hold no monetary value; they grant you a non-exclusive, revocable, non-assignable, and non-transferable right to access content on the Website. All content remains the property of SCIATLAS, and you have no proprietary or monetary interest in your subscription. We reserve the right to suspend or terminate your subscription and access to the content at our discretion, without notice or liability. Subscription limits, such as expiration dates or maximum amounts, may apply. You may not transfer, sell, purchase, barter, or trade your subscription, and any attempted transfer will be considered null and void. Should we suspend or terminate your subscription, you forfeit all rights associated with it, except as specified in applicable guidelines.
When purchasing a subscription, you may be required to provide personal information to a third-party payment processor, as detailed in our Privacy Policy. The handling of your personal information will be governed by the payment processor’s privacy policy. We are not liable for any damages resulting from your transactions with the payment processor, and, unless otherwise agreed, we will not provide refunds for such purchases. You are responsible for all transactions and associated charges. Additionally, if a data breach occurs at the payment processor affecting your information, we will not be held responsible.
11. Password Security
If you register for an account on the SCIATLAS Website, you may be required to create a password. You are solely responsible for maintaining the confidentiality of your password and for all activities that occur under your account. To protect your account, you should keep your password secure and confidential.
The Website may utilize technology to recognize you as the account holder, allowing for direct access to your account upon subsequent visits. You agree to restrict access to your computer or any device compatible with the SCIATLAS Website. If you use public or shared devices, it is recommended that you log out at the end of each session.
If you suspect that your account is no longer secure—such as in the event of a loss, theft, or unauthorized disclosure or use of your account ID or password—you must immediately notify SCIATLAS. Additionally, you should report this incident to your card issuers and your local law enforcement agency.
You are solely liable for any losses incurred by you, SCIATLAS, or any other parties due to unauthorized use of your account. It is your responsibility to take necessary precautions to ensure the security of your account and password.
12. Ownership; Proprietary Rights
(a) The SCIATLAS Website, including all content, visual interfaces, interactive features, audio, video, digital content, information, text, graphics, design, compilations, computer code, products, software, services, proprietary information, copyrights, service marks, trademarks, trade names, distinctive elements such as logos, and the selection, sequence, "look and feel," and arrangement of items, collectively referred to as “SCIATECH Materials,” are owned and/or licensed by SCIATLAS and are legally protected under U.S. federal and state laws, as well as applicable foreign laws, regulations, and treaties. SCIATLAS Materials do not include third-party content ("Non-SCIATLAS Content") as defined below.
Except as expressly authorized by SCIATLAS, you agree not to sell, license, distribute, copy, modify, publicly perform or display, transmit, publish, edit, adapt, create derivative works from, reverse engineer, or disassemble any software or otherwise make unauthorized use of the Website or SCIATLAS Materials. SCIATLAS reserves all rights not expressly granted in these Terms. You shall not acquire any right, title, or interest in the SCIATLAS Materials, except for the limited rights expressly set forth in these Terms.
13. Purchases
(a) SCIATLAS offers various products and services for sale on the Website. Please read all pricing information carefully in the areas where purchases are available. By engaging in an electronic transaction, you agree to be bound by the terms and to pay for the purchased items. SCIATLAS is not responsible for typographical errors. Prices for each item will be clearly displayed on the page, and again when you enter your credit card information. A valid credit card (VISA, MasterCard, or American Express) is required for payment. Charges will be processed only upon submission of your credit card information. The license granted to you is personal, limited, non-transferable, non-sublicensable, and revocable; we reserve the right to alter or revoke this license at any time with notice to you. You agree to pay all fees and applicable taxes incurred by you or anyone using your account.
(b) Price Changes. We may revise pricing for products, services, or features available through the Website at any time. Unless otherwise specified, currency references are in U.S. dollars/INR/Euros for user comfort. All fees and charges must be paid in accordance with the payment terms in effect at the time the fee or charge is due. If there is a dispute regarding payment of fees or the provision of products or services, your account may be closed without warning or notice at our discretion. EXCEPT AS OUTLINED IN ANY APPLICABLE RETURN OR CANCELLATION POLICY, YOU ACKNOWLEDGE AND AGREE THAT ALL FEES AND CHARGES FOR FEE-BASED PRODUCTS, SERVICES, OR FEATURES ARE NON-REFUNDABLE, IN WHOLE OR IN PART. YOU ARE FULLY LIABLE FOR ALL CHARGES TO YOUR ACCOUNT, INCLUDING ANY UNAUTHORIZED CHARGES.
(c) Cancellation. You may delete your account with SCIATLAS at any time by following the instructions provided on the Website. If you voluntarily delete your account or allow it to lapse, you may reactivate it at any time through the user account section of the Website.
(d) Termination. Accounts terminated by SCIATLAS for any form of abuse, including but not limited to violations of these Terms, may not be reactivated. We reserve the right to immediately terminate your account at our discretion and without prior notice if you violate the Terms. Additionally, if you are identified as a repeat copyright infringer, we may permanently terminate your account and remove all of your user-generated content from the Website in appropriate circumstances.
14. Non-SCIATLAS Content Disclaimer
By using the SCIATLAS Website, you acknowledge that you may encounter user-generated content, advertisements, and other third-party materials (collectively referred to as “Non-SCIATLAS Content”) from various sources. This Non-SCIATLAS Content may include information that is inaccurate, offensive, indecent, or otherwise objectionable.
SCIATECH does not endorse any Non-SCIATLAS Content or the opinions, recommendations, or advice expressed therein. Under no circumstances shall SCIATLAS be liable for any issues related to Non-SCIATLAS Content, including but not limited to inaccuracies, errors, or omissions in any such content. Furthermore, SCIATLAS will not be held responsible for any intellectual property infringements or misappropriations related to Non-SCIATLAS Content, or for any loss or damage of any kind incurred as a result of using any Non-SCIATLAS Content that is posted, emailed, or otherwise displayed or transmitted through the Website.
15. Non-Monitoring of Users and Non-SCIATLAS Content
You acknowledge that you are solely responsible for all user-generated content that you upload, post, email, transmit, or otherwise make available through the SCIATLAS Website. SCIATLAS does not control Non-SCIATLAS Content posted by users or provided by other individuals or entities and has no obligation to monitor such content for any purpose.
Should SCIATLAS choose, at its sole discretion, to monitor Non-SCIATLAS Content, it does not assume any responsibility for that content, nor does it have any obligation to modify or remove inappropriate Non-SCIATLAS Content or to continue monitoring it. SCIATLAS will not be liable for the conduct of users or any other individuals or entities submitting Non-SCIATLAS Content.
You agree that it is your responsibility to evaluate and bear all risks associated with the use of any user-generated content or other Non-SCIATLAS Content, including any reliance on its accuracy, completeness, usefulness, non-infringement, or legality.
16. Specific Disclaimer Relating to Medical Information
The SCIATLAS Website may contain articles and content related to medical topics; however, no warranty is provided regarding the accuracy of any such information. There is no assurance that any statement within the content, referencing medical conditions, treatments, devices, or similar topics, is true, correct, precise, or up-to-date. Some articles may be authored, in part or in whole, by editorial staff or freelance contributors who are not healthcare professionals. Even if the information regarding drugs, medical treatments, or devices is accurate, it may not be applicable to your specific condition or symptoms. ALWAYS SEEK PROFESSIONAL MEDICAL ADVICE BEFORE ACTING ON ANY INFORMATION PRESENTED ON SCIATLAS.
Additionally, SCIATLAS uses images sourced from licensed providers such as Thinkstock.com, Shutterstock.com, Photos.com, and other sources under applicable creative commons licenses. These images may not accurately represent medical conditions, procedures, or related activities.
17. SCIATLAS Commission Disclosure
SCIATLAS discloses that a commission, advertising fee, or listing fee may be payable by suppliers, service providers, or experts to SCIATLAS for featuring related content on the Website. Additionally, a commission may be earned for any business generated through client introductions facilitated by the SCIATLAS Website.
18. Definitions
Content: Refers to all material published on the SCIATLAS Website, including articles, but excludes any content on external websites not operated by SCIATLAS to which the Website may provide hyperlinks.
Contributor: Any individual or user who submits material for inclusion as Content on the SCIATLAS Website, whether as the author or otherwise.
Expert: Any person accessible through the Website to provide advisory or related services to users. Authors, editors, and suppliers of related goods and services may also act in the capacity of "Experts."
Intellectual Property: Refers to all intellectual property rights, registered or unregistered, worldwide, including but not limited to:
patents, copyrights, rights in circuit layouts, registered designs, trademarks, and the right to keep confidential information confidential; and
any application or right to apply for registration of any of these rights.
Participant: Includes any Contributor, Expert, or User who engages with the Website, and may involve a person participating in more than one capacity.
Related Parties: In relation to SCIATLAS, this includes its successors, assigns, subsidiaries, affiliates, officers, agents, co-branders, strategic partners, contractors, employees, and their respective successors and assigns.
Supplier: Refers to suppliers of related goods and services, or legal entities that are subsidiaries or direct affiliates (other entities controlled by the supplier company).
User: Any member of the public who registers with SCIATLAS to access Content and utilize the services and features provided by the Website.
Website: Refers to the websites, mobile websites, and apps operated under the URL associated with SCIATLAS or any substitute URL that SCIATLAS may determine from time to time, including all pages of those websites.
Reference to a Person: Includes reference to both individuals and corporations.
Reference to the Singular and Plural: Includes references to both singular and plural forms and vice versa.
Reference to Gender: Includes references to all genders.
Headings: Are included for convenience only and do not affect the interpretation of this Agreement.
Defined Expressions: Any other part of speech or grammatical form of a defined expression will have a corresponding meaning.
19. No Liability Regarding Content & Authorship
SCIATLAS aims to feature Content from a wide range of sources. However, SCIATLAS has limited ability to thoroughly verify the accuracy or authorship of the Content and primarily relies on the information provided by Contributors. By using the Website, you acknowledge and agree to the following:
The Content (including opinions, ideas, products, information, statistics, and representations) is not, and should not be, regarded as endorsed or guaranteed by SCIATLAS, nor relied upon as a substitute for professional advice. SCIATLAS accepts no responsibility for the Content, and any liability in this regard is expressly disclaimed.
Any representations regarding the authorship of any work included as part of the Content should not be inferred as endorsement by SCIATLAS. Specifically:
The person named as the author of a work may not necessarily be a true or complete representation of the authorship of the work;
The person named as the author may not have the legal right to submit the work for inclusion on the Website without unlawfully infringing on the intellectual property rights of others;
Any work published on the Website may not necessarily be the original work of the named author, and SCIATLAS disclaims all liability for any such breaches.
Users accept that SCIATLAS may receive financial compensation for producing Content derived from information provided by Suppliers.
20. Revisions and Errata
The materials presented on the SCIATLAS Website may contain technical, typographical, or photographic errors. SCIATLAS does not guarantee that any of the materials on its Website are accurate, complete, or up-to-date. SCIATLAS reserves the right to make changes to the content on its Website at any time without prior notice. However, SCIATLAS does not commit to updating or correcting the materials even after changes are made.
Editorial Policy
SCIATLAS is a dynamic platform committed to making science and technology more accessible to the public through engaging and simplified content. As a specialized blogging site, we focus on summarizing complex scientific research and technological advancements into clear, easy-to-understand articles. Our mission is to bridge the gap between experts and the general audience by transforming dense scientific information into concise, digestible summaries.
In doing so, we ensure proper citation of the original articles and give full credit to the journals and authors of the research. If you ever notice any instance where credit has been missed or not properly attributed, please reach out to us, and we will promptly update the content to ensure the original authors receive the recognition they deserve. (editor(at)sciatlas.com). We ensure that all images used on our platform are reproduced with the appropriate permissions obtained from the Copyright Clearance Center. This process allows us to respect intellectual property rights while providing our readers with relevant and visually engaging content.
AI and AI Tools usage
The rise of AI has sparked important discussions about its role in journalism. At SCIATLAS, we embrace technological advancements, but our commitment to maintaining the highest standards of journalistic integrity and transparency remains paramount.
This policy is designed to ensure that our use of AI aligns with our ethical responsibilities and the trust our readers place in us. It applies to all employees, contractors, and affiliates who interact with, manage, or deploy AI technologies in creating, distributing, or managing content on the SCIATLAS platform.
This policy will be regularly reviewed and updated to keep pace with new technological developments and changes in journalistic standards, ensuring that we uphold our dedication to ethical journalism and transparency.
Restrictions on AI in News Coverage
AI is not permitted to create or edit news content on SCIATLAS. News articles, reports, or any factual content must be authored and edited by human journalists to ensure accuracy, accountability, and proper editorial oversight.
Any information, data, or analysis derived from AI for research purposes must be verified by human journalists and clearly attributed in the content.
Use of AI-Generated Images
AI can be used to generate illustrative images for articles, but these images must not depict real people, real events, or any scenarios that could be mistaken for genuine news photographs.
All AI-generated images must be clearly labeled as "AI-generated," and this label must be visible and easily readable to avoid any confusion about the nature of the content.
AI-generated images will undergo a strict editorial review to ensure they meet our ethical standards and do not mislead the audience about the nature of the depicted content.
AI tools may assist in content creation tasks such as generating ideas, providing templates, translation, transcription, or suggesting grammar and spelling corrections. However, final decisions, reviews, and editorial control must always rest with human creators.
AI tools should enhance creativity and efficiency without compromising ethical standards or content integrity.
When AI tools are used to support content creation, this must be transparently disclosed to all stakeholders, and where relevant, to the audience.
Content produced with the help of AI must be fact-checked and reviewed by human editors to ensure its accuracy and reliability.
Plagiarism Checker
At SCIATLAS, maintaining the integrity of our content is of utmost importance. To uphold this commitment, we rigorously enforce a strict plagiarism-checking process for all articles before they are published. We understand that originality and credibility are the cornerstones of quality journalism and scientific reporting, and we take every measure to ensure that the content we provide is both authentic and trustworthy.
We use Plagiarism X checker software to check the similarity index.
Corrections & Updates
At SCIATLAS, we recognize that scientific knowledge evolves, and updates or corrections may be required even after the initial publication of an article. We highly value accuracy and transparency, and we encourage our readers, authors, and journals to notify us of any necessary amendments to our content.
To ensure clarity and accountability, we maintain a comprehensive change log that details any updates made to our articles. This log will include information on the nature of the error, its significance, and the corrected information. Whether the mistake is minor or substantial, we take swift action to address it and ensure the integrity of our published material.
Our commitment to transparency ensures that SCIATLAS remains a reliable and credible source for scientific news and reporting, continuously striving for the highest editorial standards.
ACKNOWLEDGE YOU ARE OVER 18 OR IF NOT, HAVE PARENTAL CONSENT
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You are 18 years of age or over, or
You are under 18 years of age but have the permission of a parent, guardian or other person with parental responsibility for you to use this Website.