Industry–Academia Connect

NDA and Terms & Conditions

Confidentiality Notice

By accessing this portal, you acknowledge and agree that all information shared herein, whether written, verbal, or visual is considered Confidential and/or Proprietary Information under the Non-Disclosure Agreement (NDA).

This includes, but is not limited to: business strategies, personal insights, documents, communications, and any other non-public materials shared by industry experts, academic researchers / scholars and other stakeholders, or the platform.

You agree not to disclose, copy, share, or use any such information outside the scope of your mentorship activities. All confidential content remains the sole property of the Disclosing Party.

Please treat all interactions with the same level of care and discretion you would expect for your own confidential information.

Portal – Terms & Conditions of Registration

By registering on this portal, you agree to the following Terms and Conditions, which are intended to foster a respectful, productive, and trustworthy environment for all participants:

1. Respect for Time & Commitment
   All participants must respect the time and availability of others. Be punctual for scheduled sessions and provide reasonable notice (at least 24 hours) in case of rescheduling or cancellation. Repeated no-shows or late cancellations may result in suspension or removal from the platform.
2. Mutual Respect & Professional Conduct
   Treat all participants with respect, courtesy, and professionalism. Discriminatory, offensive, or inappropriate behavior of any kind will not be tolerated. Maintain appropriate boundaries in all communications and avoid any behavior that may be perceived as harassment or coercion.
3. Purposeful Engagement
   Use this platform solely for its intended purpose: professional mentorship and knowledge-sharing. Come prepared to engage meaningfully in sessions, with clear questions, goals, or topics of discussion.
4. Data Accuracy & Honesty
   Provide accurate information during registration and throughout your use of the platform. Represent your background, experience, and intentions truthfully.
5. Non-Solicitation
   The portal is a space for mentorship, not solicitation. Avoid using the platform to promote or sell products, services, or investments.
6. Platform Usage
   Do not misuse the platform (e.g., via spam, abuse, or unauthorized access). The platform reserves the right to monitor interactions for quality and compliance purposes, in line with privacy guidelines.

By completing your registration, you confirm that you have read, understood, and agreed to abide by these Terms and Conditions.

We appreciate your commitment to making this R&D community a valuable and respectful space for all.

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