1. Scope and Acceptance
The website of the Portuguese Society for Stem Cells and Cellular Therapy (SPCE-TC), available at https://spce.clientestheagency.website/, is owned and managed by SPCE-TC, an independent and non-profit scientific association.
Access to and use of this website are subject to these Terms and Conditions, as well as applicable law. By browsing the website, the user declares that they have read, understood, and accepted these provisions.
2. Purpose of the Website
The website aims to disseminate the mission, activities, and initiatives of SPCE-TC, including congresses, symposia, webcasts, scientific awards, institutional content, and scientific information.
The website is provided for informational and communication purposes only, and does not constitute any kind of scientific, medical, or legal advice.
3. Copyright and Intellectual Property
All content available on this website (texts, images, videos, logos, graphics, documents, databases, and other materials) is the property of SPCE-TC or third parties who have authorised its use, and is protected by copyright and other intellectual property laws.
Reproduction, modification, distribution, transmission, publication, or use for commercial purposes of any content is strictly prohibited without prior written authorisation from SPCE-TC.
4. Permitted Use
The user undertakes to:
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Use the website only for lawful purposes and in accordance with these Terms and Conditions;
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Not use the website for fraudulent, defamatory, offensive purposes or in any way that could harm SPCE-TC or third parties;
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Not attempt to access, alter, or damage restricted areas of the website, its content, servers, or IT systems.
5. Third-Party Content and External Links
The website may include links to third-party websites, provided solely for informational or convenience purposes.
SPCE-TC is not responsible for the content, privacy policies, or practices of such external websites. Access to third-party websites is the sole responsibility of the user.
6. Disclaimer of Liability
SPCE-TC makes every effort to ensure the accuracy and timeliness of the information available on the website, but does not guarantee that the content is always complete, error-free, or permanently up to date.
The user assumes full responsibility for the use of the website and the information contained therein.
SPCE-TC shall not be held liable for any direct or indirect damages resulting from the use or inability to use the website.
7. Membership Registration and Event Participation
Certain areas of the website may require membership registration, submission of personal data, or enrolment in events organised by SPCE-TC.
The user agrees to provide true, complete, and up-to-date information, under penalty of exclusion or cancellation of registration.
Specific conditions for participation in events, competitions, awards, or initiatives may be governed by their own regulations, which shall prevail over these Terms when applicable.
8. Privacy and Data Protection
The processing of personal data in the context of website use is governed by the SPCE-TC Privacy Policy, which forms an integral part of these Terms and Conditions.
9. Changes to the Website and Terms
SPCE-TC reserves the right, at any time and without prior notice, to:
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Alter, suspend, or discontinue the website or parts of its functionalities;
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Modify these Terms and Conditions.
The updated version will always be published on the website, with the date of the last update indicated.
10. Governing Law and Jurisdiction
These Terms and Conditions are governed by Portuguese law.
Any dispute arising from the use of the website shall be submitted to the exclusive jurisdiction of the courts of Lisbon, with express waiver of any other jurisdiction.