Overview
This website is operated by Federation of Asian Biotech Associations “FABA”. Throughout the site, the terms “we”, “us” and “our” refer to Federation of Asian Biotech Associations. Federation of Asian Biotech Associations offers this website, including all information, tools, and services available from this site to you, the user, conditioned upon your acceptance of all terms, conditions, policies, and notices stated here.
By visiting our site and/ or purchasing something from us, you engage in our “Service” and agree to be bound by the following terms and conditions (“Terms of Service”, “Terms”), including those additional terms and conditions and policies referenced herein and/or available by hyperlink. These Terms of Service apply to all users of the site, including without limitation users who are browsers, vendors, customers, merchants, and/ or contributors of content.
Please read these Terms of Service carefully before accessing or using our website. By accessing or using any part of the site, you agree to be bound by these Terms of Service. If you do not agree to all the terms and conditions of this agreement, then you may not access the website or use any services. If these Terms of Service are considered an offer, acceptance is expressly limited to these Terms of Service.
Any new features added to the current website shall also be subject to the Terms of Service. You can review the most current version of the Terms of Service at any time on this page. We reserve the right to update, change or replace any part of these Terms of Service by posting updates and/or changes to our website. It is your responsibility to check this page periodically for changes. Your continued use of or access to the website following the posting of any changes constitutes acceptance of those changes.
These Terms of Service govern your use of FABA's website and participation in its activities, including events, memberships, and access to articles.
1. General Conditions
We reserve the right to modify content and services without notice. Your continued use after changes constitutes acceptance of the new terms.
2. Membership and Event Registration
Fees and availability for events and memberships are subject to change. We are not liable for any adjustments or discontinuations.
3. Use of Information
The content on our site is for general information purposes only. We strive to provide accurate and current information but cannot guarantee this at all times.
4. Third-Party Links
Links to third-party sites are not endorsements. We are not responsible for the content or privacy practices of these sites.
5. User Responsibilities
You must not use our site or its content for illegal activities. Contributions to discussions and shared content must be respectful and lawful. You agree not to reproduce, duplicate, copy, sell, resell or exploit any portion of the Service, use of the Service, or access to the Service or any contact on the website through which the service is provided, without written permission by us.
6. Accuracy, Completeness & Timeliness of Information
We may modify these terms at any time. Continued use of our services after changes means you accept the new terms.
The headings used in this agreement are included for convenience only and will not limit or otherwise affect these Terms.
We are not responsible if information made available on this site is not accurate, complete, or current. The material on this site is provided for general information only and should not be relied upon or used as the sole basis for making decisions without consulting primary, more accurate, more complete, or more timely sources of information. Any reliance on the material on this site is at your own risk.
This site may contain certain historical information. Historical information, necessarily, is not current and is provided for your reference only. We reserve the right to modify the contents of this site at any time, but we have no obligation to update any information on our site. You agree that it is your responsibility to monitor changes to our site.
7. Accuracy of Billing & Account Information
We reserve the right to refuse registration or membership at our discretion. We may, in our sole judgment, limit or cancel registrations or memberships per person or per organization. These limitations may include multiple registrations from the same individual or entity using the same contact information or payment method. In the event that we need to make a change to or cancel a registration or membership, we will attempt to notify you using the email and/or billing information you provided at the time of registration.
You agree to provide current, complete, and accurate information for all interactions with our site, including but not limited to conference registrations, memberships, and donations. You agree to promptly update your account and other information, including your email address and payment details, to facilitate your transactions and communication with us as needed.
For more information about our cancellation and refund policies, please review our Returns Policy.
8. External Resources
We may provide you with access to third-party websites that offer additional research resources, educational content, and networking opportunities. These websites are not under our control, and we are not responsible for their content, accuracy, or availability.
9. Acknowledgement of Third-Party Risks:
You acknowledge and agree that any access to such websites is provided "as is" and "as available" without any warranties, representations, or conditions of any kind and without our endorsement. We accept no liability for any information, materials, products, or services on these external sites or any damages arising from their use.
10. User Discretion Advised:
Your use of any external sites is at your own risk. We encourage you to be familiar with and approve of the terms, conditions, and privacy policies of these third-party sites before engaging with them.
11. Future Features and Services:
We may introduce new services and features on our website, including links to new third-party resources. Such additions will be subject to these Terms of Service.
12. Third-Party Links
Content from Third Parties:
Our website may include materials from third parties, such as articles, research papers, and event announcements. These are provided for informational purposes only.
Liability for Third-Party Links:
Links on our site may direct you to external websites not affiliated with us. We do not review or verify the content of these websites and are not responsible for their content or accuracy. We are not liable for any losses or damages incurred from the interactions or transactions made with these external sites.
Review Third-Party Practices:
Please review the third-party’s policies and practices carefully and ensure you understand them before you engage in any transaction. Should you have any complaints or issues with third-party products or services, these should be directed to the third party involved.
13. User Comments, Feedback, and Other Submissions
Submission of Content:
If you submit specific contributions at our request (such as contest entries or research proposals) or send us unsolicited creative ideas, suggestions, proposals, plans, or other materials, either online, by email, postal mail, or otherwise (collectively referred to as 'comments'), you grant us the right to use these submissions at any time, without restrictions. We may edit, copy, publish, distribute, translate, and otherwise utilize these comments in any medium.
No Confidentiality or Compensation:
We are not obligated to (1) keep any comments confidential; (2) compensate you for any comments; or (3) respond to any comments. We may, but are not required to, monitor, edit, or remove content that we determine, in our sole discretion, to be illegal, offensive, threatening, libelous, defamatory, pornographic, obscene, or otherwise objectionable or that violates any party’s intellectual property rights or these Terms of Service.
User Responsibilities:
You agree that your comments will not infringe on any rights of any third party, including copyright, trademark, privacy, personality, or other proprietary rights. Your comments should not contain any unlawful, abusive, or obscene material, nor should they contain any computer viruses or other malware that could in any way impact the operation of the Service or any related website. You must not use a false email address, impersonate any person, or otherwise mislead us or third parties as to the origin of any comments. You are solely responsible for the comments you make and their accuracy.
14. Personal Information
Privacy of Your Information:
Any personal information you submit through our website is protected under our Privacy Policy. This includes information submitted during registration, membership applications, or any other process involving collection of personal data.
15. Errors, Inaccuracies, and Omissions
Occasionally, there may be information on our site that contains typographical errors, inaccuracies, or omissions related to descriptions of events, membership information, and potentially available resources. We reserve the right to correct any errors, inaccuracies, or omissions, and to change or update information without prior notice.
We undertake no obligation to update, amend, or clarify information on our website, except as required by law. No specified update or refresh date should be taken to indicate that all information on our site has been modified or updated.
16. Prohibited Uses
We reserve the right to terminate your use of the Service or any related website for violating any of the prohibited uses.
17. Disclaimer of Warranties; Limitation of Liability
We do not guarantee, represent, or warrant that your use of our service will be uninterrupted, timely, secure, or error-free.
We do not warrant that the results obtained from the use of the service will be accurate or reliable.
You agree that from time to time we may remove the service for indefinite periods or cancel the service at any time, without notice to you.
Your use of, or inability to use, the service is at your sole risk. All services and information provided through the service are offered "as is" and "as available" without any warranties or conditions of any kind, either express or implied, including all implied warranties or conditions of merchantability, merchantable quality, fitness for a particular purpose, durability, title, and non-infringement.
In no event or project will FABA, our Executive Board Members, Committee Members, officers, employees, affiliates, agents, contractors, interns, suppliers, service providers, or licensors be liable for any injury, loss, claim, or any direct, indirect, incidental, punitive, special, or consequential damages of any kind, including, without limitation, lost profits, lost revenue, lost savings, loss of data, replacement costs, or any similar damages, whether based in contract, tort (including negligence), strict liability, or otherwise, arising from your use of any of the service or any products procured using the service, or for any other claim related in any way to your use of the service or any content, even if advised of their possibility. Because some states or jurisdictions do not allow the exclusion or limitation of liability for consequential or incidental damages, in such states or jurisdictions, our liability shall be limited to the maximum extent permitted by law.
18. Indemnification
You agree to indemnify, defend, and hold harmless the Federation of Asian Biotech Associations (FABA) and its affiliates, officers, agents, partners, and employees from any claim or demand, including reasonable attorneys' fees, made by any third party due to or arising out of your breach of these Terms of Service, or your violation of any law or the rights of a third-party. This indemnification obligation will survive the termination or expiration of these terms and your use of FABA's services.
19. Severability
If any provision of these Terms of Service is found to be unlawful, void, or for any reason unenforceable, then that provision shall be deemed severable from these Terms and shall not affect the validity and enforceability of any remaining provisions. This allows the remaining provisions to continue in effect.
20. Termination
The obligations and liabilities of the parties incurred before the termination date shall survive the termination of this agreement for all purposes. These Terms of Service are effective unless and until terminated by either you or us. You may terminate these terms at any time by notifying us that you no longer wish to use our services, or if you cease using our site.
If we determine, in our sole discretion, that you have failed to comply with any provision of these Terms of Service, we may terminate this agreement at any time without notice, and you will remain liable for all amounts due up to and including the date of termination. Additionally, we may deny you access to our services (or any part thereof).
21. Entire Agreement
The failure to exercise or enforce any right or provision of these Terms of Service shall not constitute a waiver of such right or provision. These Terms of Service and any policies or operating rules posted by us on this site or in respect to the Service constitute the entire agreement and understanding between you and us. They govern your use of the Service, superseding any prior or contemporaneous agreements, communications, and proposals, whether oral or written, between you and us. Any ambiguities in the interpretation of these Terms of Service shall not be construed against the drafting party.
22. Governing Law
These Terms of Service and any separate agreements whereby we provide you services shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of India, specifically within the jurisdiction of Hyderabad, Telangana. This means that any disputes or legal issues arising from our Terms of Service will be addressed in the courts located within Hyderabad, Telangana.
23. Changes to Terms & Service
You can review the most current version of the Terms of Service at any time on this page. We reserve the right, at our sole discretion, to update, change, or replace any part of these Terms of Service by posting updates and changes to our website. It is your responsibility to check our website periodically for changes. Your continued use of or access to our website or the Service following the posting of any changes to these Terms of Service constitutes acceptance of those changes.
24. Contact Us
Questions about the Terms of Service should be sent to us at info@biofaba.org.in