Terms of Use

Last updated: June 2026

1. Acceptance of Terms

By accessing or using Bantuity Research, you agree to be bound by these Terms of Use and our Privacy Policy. If you do not agree to these terms, please do not use our platform.

2. User Accounts & Identity

Account creation requires a valid ORCID integration. You are responsible for maintaining the security of your account. You agree that all information provided during registration is accurate and that you are the sole owner of the ORCID identity provided.

3. Intellectual Property & Concept Submissions

By submitting a research concept to the registry, you grant Bantuity Research and its users a worldwide, non-exclusive, royalty-free license to use, reproduce, and build upon your concept. You represent and warrant that you own or have the necessary rights to submit such content.

When utilizing concepts registered by others, you agree to provide proper cryptographic and academic attribution to the original author as recorded in the registry lineage.

4. Prohibited Conduct

You agree not to engage in any conduct that violates applicable laws, infringes on the intellectual property rights of others, or disrupts the operation of the platform. This includes submitting false ORCID credentials or claiming authorship of concepts you did not originate.

5. Limitation of Liability

Bantuity Research provides the platform "as is" and makes no warranties regarding the accuracy, reliability, or scientific validity of concepts submitted to the registry. We are not liable for any damages arising from your use of the platform.