Terms of Service

3.1 Permitted Uses

You may use our Service for the following purposes:

• Accessing information about our research studies
• Participating in research studies (if eligible)
• Reading educational content about sun protection and MC1R genetics
• Contacting us with questions or feedback
• Accessing research results and publications

3.2 Prohibited Uses

You agree not to:

• Use the Service for any unlawful purpose
• Attempt to gain unauthorized access to our systems
• Interfere with or disrupt the Service
• Submit false or misleading information
• Use automated tools to access the Service
• Attempt to reverse engineer our systems

4.1 Eligibility

To participate in our research studies, you must:

• Be at least 18 years of age
• Meet the specific eligibility criteria for each study
• Provide informed consent
• Reside in eligible geographic locations

4.2 Consent and Withdrawal

By participating in research:

• You provide informed consent for data collection and use
• You may withdraw from participation at any time
• Withdrawal does not affect data already collected and analyzed
• You may request deletion of your personal data

4.3 Data Accuracy

You are responsible for providing accurate and truthful information in research surveys and forms. Providing false information may result in exclusion from research participation and potential legal consequences.

5.1 Our Rights

The Service and its content are owned by MC1R Data Foundation and are protected by intellectual property laws. This includes:

• Website design and layout
• Research protocols and methodologies
• Educational content and publications
• Logos, trademarks, and branding
• Software and technical systems

5.2 Research Data

Research data collected through our studies:

• Remains the property of MC1R Data Foundation
• May be used for research and publication purposes
• Will be de-identified when shared publicly
• May be shared with research partners under appropriate agreements

5.3 Your Contributions

By submitting content to our Service (such as survey responses, feedback, or images), you grant us a non-exclusive, royalty-free license to use, modify, and distribute such content for research and educational purposes.

7.1 Medical Disclaimer

The information provided through our Service is for educational and research purposes only. It is not intended as medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always consult with qualified healthcare professionals for medical concerns.

7.2 Research Disclaimer

Research results and findings are preliminary and may change as more data is collected. We do not guarantee the accuracy, completeness, or reliability of research outcomes.

7.3 Service Availability

We strive to maintain service availability but do not guarantee uninterrupted access. We may modify, suspend, or discontinue the Service at any time without notice.

7.4 Limitation of Liability

To the maximum extent permitted by law, MC1R Data Foundation shall not be liable for any indirect, incidental, special, consequential, or punitive damages arising from your use of the Service.