Terms of Service

1. Acceptance of Terms

Welcome to Better Evidence Network ("we," "us," or "our"). These Terms of Service ("Terms") govern your access to and use of our website, services, and platform. By accessing or using our services, you agree to be bound by these Terms and our Privacy Policy.

If you do not agree to these Terms, you may not access or use our services. We reserve the right to modify these Terms at any time, and your continued use of our services constitutes acceptance of any changes.

2. Description of Services

Better Evidence Network is a digital ecosystem that connects clinical digital tool developers with real-world healthcare practitioners. Our services include:

• Facilitating connections between technology developers and clinical early adopters
• Providing a platform for product testing and feedback
• Offering access to a verified network of global clinicians
• Sharing resources, case studies, and insights on digital health innovation
• Enabling collaboration opportunities between stakeholders

We reserve the right to modify, suspend, or discontinue any aspect of our services at any time without prior notice.

3. Eligibility and Account Registration

3.1 Eligibility

You must be at least 18 years old and have the legal capacity to enter into binding contracts to use our services. By using our services, you represent and warrant that you meet these requirements.

3.2 Account Information

When you register or submit information through our platform, you agree to:

• Provide accurate, current, and complete information
• Maintain and promptly update your information
• Maintain the security of your account credentials
• Accept responsibility for all activities under your account
• Notify us immediately of any unauthorized use

4. User Conduct and Responsibilities

When using our services, you agree to:

• Comply with all applicable laws and regulations
• Use our services only for lawful purposes
• Respect the intellectual property rights of others
• Maintain professional and respectful communication
• Provide accurate information about your products or services
• Not engage in any fraudulent, deceptive, or misleading practices

4.1 Prohibited Activities

You may not:

• Use our services to transmit harmful, offensive, or illegal content
• Attempt to gain unauthorized access to our systems or networks
• Interfere with or disrupt the operation of our services
• Harvest or collect information about other users without consent
• Impersonate any person or entity or misrepresent your affiliation
• Use automated systems to access our services without permission
• Violate any applicable healthcare regulations or professional standards

5. Intellectual Property Rights

5.1 Our Content

All content on our website, including text, graphics, logos, images, software, and design elements, is the property of Better Evidence Network or our licensors and is protected by copyright, trademark, and other intellectual property laws. You may not reproduce, distribute, modify, or create derivative works without our express written permission.

5.2 User Content

By submitting content to our platform (including feedback, suggestions, or materials), you grant us a non-exclusive, worldwide, royalty-free license to use, reproduce, modify, and display such content for the purpose of operating and improving our services.

6. Collaboration and Partnership Terms

6.1 Developer Partnerships

Technology developers who wish to collaborate with Better Evidence Network to access our clinical network agree to:

• Provide accurate information about their products and services
• Comply with all applicable healthcare and data protection regulations
• Respect the privacy and professional obligations of clinicians
• Use feedback and data only for agreed-upon purposes
• Enter into separate written agreements for specific collaborations

6.2 Clinician Network

Clinicians who participate in our network are subject to separate terms and conditions through the Better Evidence portal at better-evidence.org.

7. Privacy and Data Protection

Your privacy is important to us. Our collection, use, and disclosure of personal information is governed by our Privacy Policy, which is incorporated into these Terms by reference. By using our services, you consent to our data practices as described in the Privacy Policy.

We are committed to complying with applicable data protection laws, including GDPR, HIPAA (where applicable), and other relevant regulations.

8. Disclaimers and Limitations of Liability

8.1 No Medical Advice

Better Evidence Network is a networking and collaboration platform. We do not provide medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Any information shared through our platform is for informational purposes only and should not be considered medical advice.

8.2 Service Disclaimer

Our services are provided "as is" and "as available" without warranties of any kind, either express or implied. We do not guarantee that our services will be uninterrupted, secure, or error-free.

8.3 Limitation of Liability

To the maximum extent permitted by law, Better Evidence Network and its affiliates, officers, directors, employees, and agents shall not be liable for any indirect, incidental, special, consequential, or punitive damages arising out of or related to your use of our services.

9. Indemnification

You agree to indemnify, defend, and hold harmless Better Evidence Network and its affiliates from any claims, damages, losses, liabilities, and expenses (including legal fees) arising out of your use of our services, violation of these Terms, or infringement of any third-party rights.

10. Third-Party Services and Links

Our website may contain links to third-party websites or services that are not owned or controlled by Better Evidence Network. We are not responsible for the content, privacy policies, or practices of any third-party sites. Your use of third-party services is at your own risk.

11. Termination

We reserve the right to suspend or terminate your access to our services at any time, with or without cause or notice, for any reason including violation of these Terms. Upon termination:

• Your right to use our services will immediately cease
• We may delete your account and associated data
• Provisions that by their nature should survive will remain in effect

12. Governing Law and Dispute Resolution

These Terms shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of the Commonwealth of Massachusetts, United States, without regard to its conflict of law provisions.

Any disputes arising out of or relating to these Terms or our services shall be resolved through binding arbitration in accordance with the rules of the American Arbitration Association, except that either party may seek injunctive relief in court.

13. Changes to Terms

We may update these Terms from time to time. We will notify you of material changes by posting the updated Terms on our website with a new "Last Updated" date. Your continued use of our services after such changes constitutes acceptance of the updated Terms.

14. Severability

If any provision of these Terms is found to be invalid or unenforceable, the remaining provisions will continue in full force and effect.

15. Entire Agreement

These Terms, together with our Privacy Policy, constitute the entire agreement between you and Better Evidence Network regarding your use of our services and supersede all prior agreements and understandings.

16. Contact Information

If you have any questions or concerns about these Terms of Service, please contact us: