Terms of Use

Last Updated: 15th Oct 2026

1. AGREEMENT TO THESE TERMS

These Terms of Use constitute a legally binding agreement between you ("User", "You", or "Your") and the BRICS BioDesign Program ("Program", "We", "Us", or "Our") governing your access to and use of the BRICS BioDesign Program website and all related webpages, applications, digital platforms, online services, and content (collectively referred to as the "Website").

The BRICS BioDesign Program is established with the Office of the Principal Scientific Adviser to the Government of India as the Government Partner and Andhra Pradesh MedTech Zone (AMTZ), India as the Institutional Host.

By accessing or using this Website, you acknowledge that you have read, understood, and agree to be bound by these Terms of Use. If you do not agree with any part of these Terms, you must discontinue use of the Website immediately.

The Program reserves the right to modify these Terms at any time. Updated Terms will be published on this page, and continued use of the Website constitutes acceptance of the revised Terms.

2. ELIGIBILITY AND USE OF THE WEBSITE

You represent that:

• You are legally competent to enter into binding agreements under applicable laws.
• The information you provide is true, accurate, complete, and current.
• You will use the Website only for lawful purposes.
• You will not misuse, interfere with, or attempt to gain unauthorized access to the Website or its systems.

The Program reserves the right to suspend or terminate access where false information, misuse, or violations of these Terms are identified.

3. USER REGISTRATION

Certain services, including Expressions of Interest (EOI), fellowship applications, partnership requests, event registrations, and collaboration proposals, may require registration.

By submitting information, you agree that:

• All information provided is accurate.
• You are authorized to submit information on behalf of your institution, where applicable.
• The Program may contact you regarding programs, collaborations, fellowships, research activities, or events.

4. INTELLECTUAL PROPERTY

Unless otherwise stated, all content available on the Website, including but not limited to:

• Text
• Graphics
• Logos
• Icons
• Images
• Videos
• Publications
• program materials
• Website design
• Software

is owned by or licensed to the BRICS BioDesign Program, AMTZ, or the respective content owners and is protected by applicable intellectual property laws.

No material may be copied, reproduced, distributed, modified, or commercially exploited without prior written permission.

5. COLLABORATIONS AND programS

Submission of:

• Expressions of Interest
• Fellowship Applications
• Partnership Proposals
• Research Concepts
• Innovation Ideas
• Event Registrations

does not guarantee acceptance or participation.

The Program reserves the right to evaluate, accept, reject, or defer any application at its sole discretion.

6. DISCLAIMER

The BRICS BioDesign Program serves as an international platform for collaboration, knowledge exchange, innovation, and program coordination.

Information published on this Website is provided for general informational purposes only.

While every effort is made to ensure accuracy, the Program does not warrant that all information is complete, current, or error-free.

The Program reserves the right to modify program details, events, partnerships, and website content without prior notice.

7. LIMITATION OF LIABILITY

To the maximum extent permitted by law, the BRICS BioDesign Program, the Office of the Principal Scientific Adviser to the Government of India, Andhra Pradesh MedTech Zone (AMTZ), participating institutions, and their officers, employees, and partners shall not be liable for:

• Direct or indirect damages;
• Loss of data;
• Loss of opportunity;
• Loss of business;
• Website interruptions;
• Technical failures;
• Errors or omissions in Website content;
• Decisions made based on information available on the Website.

Users access and use the Website entirely at their own risk.

8. THIRD-PARTY LINKS

The Website may include links to external websites operated by partner institutions, universities, government agencies, or other organizations.

The BRICS BioDesign Program does not control and is not responsible for the content, security, or privacy practices of such external websites.

9. USER CONDUCT

Users shall not:

• Upload malicious software.
• Attempt unauthorized access.
• Disrupt Website operations.
• Infringe intellectual property rights.
• Submit misleading or fraudulent information.
• Use the Website for unlawful purposes.

The Program reserves the right to restrict or terminate access for violations of these Terms.

10. PRIVACY

Collection and processing of personal information are governed by the BRICS BioDesign Program Privacy Policy.

By using this Website, you consent to the collection and use of information as described in the Privacy Policy.

11. GOVERNING LAW

These Terms shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of the Republic of India.

12. DISPUTE RESOLUTION

Any dispute arising from the use of the Website or participation in programs conducted through the BRICS BioDesign Program shall first be resolved through mutual consultation.

If unresolved, the dispute shall be referred to arbitration in accordance with the Arbitration and Conciliation Act, 1996 (as amended).

• Seat of Arbitration: Visakhapatnam, Andhra Pradesh, India
• Language: English

The decision of the arbitrator shall be final and binding upon the parties.

13. CONTACT