Terms of Service

Last Updated: January 2025

1. Acceptance of Terms

Welcome to Quantum Horizons. By accessing or using our website (quantumhorizons.org), you agree to be bound by these Terms of Service ("Terms"), our Privacy Policy, and all applicable laws and regulations. If you do not agree with any of these terms, you are prohibited from using or accessing this website.

2. Description of Service

Quantum Horizons is an educational and analytical platform dedicated to quantum physics, theoretical research, and scientific communication. We provide:

• Educational articles and research analyses on quantum physics topics
• Resources for students, researchers, and educators
• Information about quantum mechanics, field theory, and foundational physics
• A platform for scientific discussion and inquiry

All content is provided for educational and informational purposes only.

3. Educational and Informational Nature

Important Disclaimer: All materials on Quantum Horizons are provided for educational, academic, and informational purposes only. The content represents current scientific understanding and ongoing theoretical discussions within quantum physics and should not be considered as:

• Professional scientific advice or consultation
• Complete or definitive explanations of complex physical phenomena
• Substitutes for peer-reviewed academic literature or formal education
• Endorsements of any particular interpretation or theoretical approach

Readers should consult qualified physicists, peer-reviewed scientific publications, and academic institutions for comprehensive understanding and professional guidance.

4. Intellectual Property Rights

4.1 Our Content

All content on Quantum Horizons, including but not limited to text, graphics, logos, images, audio clips, digital downloads, data compilations, and software, is the property of Quantum Horizons or its content suppliers and is protected by United Kingdom and international copyright laws.

4.2 Limited License

We grant you a limited, non-exclusive, non-transferable license to access and use the website for personal, non-commercial, educational purposes. You may not:

• Reproduce, distribute, modify, or create derivative works from our content without written permission
• Use content for commercial purposes without authorization
• Remove copyright or proprietary notices from materials
• Systematically download or archive website content

4.3 Academic Use

Brief excerpts may be quoted for academic purposes with proper attribution. For extensive use, republication, or incorporation into educational materials, please contact us for permission.

5. User Conduct

You agree not to use the website to:

• Violate any applicable laws or regulations
• Transmit harmful, offensive, or illegal content
• Impersonate any person or entity
• Interfere with website security or functionality
• Attempt unauthorized access to our systems or networks
• Distribute malware, viruses, or other harmful code
• Engage in automated data collection without permission
• Harass, threaten, or harm others

6. Submissions and Communications

Any content you submit through contact forms, emails, or other communications (excluding personal information covered by our Privacy Policy) becomes non-confidential and non-proprietary. We may use such submissions for any purpose, including improving our services, developing content, or responding to inquiries.

You represent and warrant that you own or have necessary rights to any content you submit and that such content does not violate any third-party rights or applicable laws.

7. Accuracy and Reliability of Information

While we strive for accuracy and reliability in all content, quantum physics is a field with ongoing research, debate, and refinement of understanding. We make no warranties regarding:

• Completeness or currentness of information
• Accuracy of theoretical interpretations or analyses
• Suitability for any particular purpose
• Error-free operation of the website

Content may contain technical inaccuracies or typographical errors and is subject to change without notice.

8. External Links

Our website may contain links to third-party websites for reference or convenience. We do not endorse, control, or assume responsibility for the content, privacy policies, or practices of any third-party sites. Accessing external links is at your own risk.

9. Disclaimer of Warranties

THE WEBSITE AND ALL CONTENT ARE PROVIDED "AS IS" AND "AS AVAILABLE" WITHOUT WARRANTIES OF ANY KIND, EITHER EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY, FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE, NON-INFRINGEMENT, OR COURSE OF PERFORMANCE.

Quantum Horizons does not warrant that the website will be uninterrupted, secure, or error-free, or that defects will be corrected.

10. Limitation of Liability

TO THE FULLEST EXTENT PERMITTED BY LAW, QUANTUM HORIZONS SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR ANY INDIRECT, INCIDENTAL, SPECIAL, CONSEQUENTIAL, OR PUNITIVE DAMAGES, OR ANY LOSS OF PROFITS OR REVENUES, WHETHER INCURRED DIRECTLY OR INDIRECTLY, OR ANY LOSS OF DATA, USE, GOODWILL, OR OTHER INTANGIBLE LOSSES RESULTING FROM:

• Your access to or use of or inability to access or use the website
• Any conduct or content of any third party on the website
• Unauthorized access, use, or alteration of your transmissions or content
• Any errors or omissions in any content

11. Indemnification

You agree to indemnify, defend, and hold harmless Quantum Horizons, its officers, directors, employees, and agents from any claims, liabilities, damages, losses, costs, or expenses (including reasonable attorneys' fees) arising out of or related to your use of the website, violation of these Terms, or infringement of any rights of another party.

12. Modifications to Service and Terms

We reserve the right to modify, suspend, or discontinue any aspect of the website at any time without notice or liability. We may also revise these Terms periodically. Continued use of the website after changes constitutes acceptance of modified Terms.

13. Governing Law and Jurisdiction

These Terms shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of England and Wales, without regard to conflict of law principles. Any disputes arising from these Terms or use of the website shall be subject to the exclusive jurisdiction of the courts of England and Wales.

14. Severability

If any provision of these Terms is found to be unenforceable or invalid, that provision shall be limited or eliminated to the minimum extent necessary so that these Terms shall otherwise remain in full force and effect.

15. Entire Agreement

These Terms, together with our Privacy Policy, constitute the entire agreement between you and Quantum Horizons regarding use of the website and supersede all prior or contemporaneous understandings and agreements.

16. Contact Information

For questions about these Terms of Service, please contact us:

Quantum Horizons
50 Trinity Street
Cambridge CB2 1TB
United Kingdom

Email: info@quantumhorizons.org
Phone: +44 20 7946 7832