Terms & Conditions
Govern access to and use of the RYK Medical & Dental College Research Repository
RYK Medical & Dental College
Institutional Research Repository
1. Introduction
These Terms of Use govern access to and use of the RYK Medical & Dental College Research Repository ("Repository"), operated by RYK Medical & Dental College ("the Institution"). By accessing, registering, or using this Repository, users agree to comply with these Terms of Use and all applicable institutional policies, laws, and regulations.
Important Notice
If you do not agree with these terms, you must not access or use the Repository. Continued use constitutes acceptance of these Terms of Use.
2. Eligibility and User Accounts
Access to the Repository is limited to authorized individuals only:
Faculty Members
All faculty members of RYK Medical & Dental College with active appointments.
Students
Approved undergraduate and postgraduate students enrolled in research programs.
Institutional Staff
Authorized institutional staff members involved in research activities.
External Collaborators
Approved external collaborators with formal research partnerships.
Account Responsibility
Users are responsible for maintaining the confidentiality of their login credentials and for all activities conducted under their account. Unauthorized sharing of credentials is strictly prohibited.
3. Permitted Use
The Repository may be used solely for the following purposes:
Academic Research
Conducting original academic research and studies.
Educational Purposes
Supporting teaching, learning, and educational activities.
Research Dissemination
Sharing and disseminating institutional research findings.
Secondary Analysis
Approved secondary data analysis of existing research datasets.
Compliance Requirements
All use must comply with:
- Institutional Review Board (IRB) / Ethics Review Committee (ERC) approvals
- Institutional research policies and guidelines
- Applicable national and international research ethics standards
- Data protection and privacy regulations
4. Prohibited Activities
Users must not engage in any of the following activities:
Unauthorized Data Access
- Upload or access data without required ethical approval
- Attempt to re-identify research participants
- Access restricted data without proper authorization
Unauthorized Sharing
- Share login credentials with unauthorized individuals
- Distribute restricted data without permission
- Transfer data to unauthorized third parties
Data Misuse
- Misuse, manipulate, or misrepresent research data
- Use the Repository for commercial purposes
- Engage in unlawful or unethical activities
Consequences of Violation
Any violation may result in immediate suspension of access, institutional disciplinary action, and/or legal proceedings as appropriate.
5. Research Data Submission
All submitted data must meet the following requirements:
- Be supported by valid IRB/ERC approval documentation
- Be properly anonymized or de-identified unless explicitly approved otherwise
- Accurately represent the original research findings without manipulation
- Comply with institutional data protection and biosafety policies
- Include complete metadata and documentation as specified
- Follow established data formatting and quality standards
Institutional Rights
The Institution reserves the right to review, reject, restrict, or remove submissions that do not meet compliance requirements. The Institution may also request additional documentation or clarification regarding submitted data.
6. Intellectual Property Rights
Ownership and Attribution
Unless otherwise stated in writing:
- Ownership of submitted research data remains with the submitting researcher(s) and/or the Institution
- Users must respect copyright, licensing, and attribution requirements for all repository content
- Any reuse of data must provide appropriate citation and acknowledgment of original sources
- Proper attribution must be given to RYK Medical & Dental College as the host institution
Prohibition
Unauthorized reproduction, redistribution, or commercial use of repository content is strictly prohibited without explicit written permission.
7. Disclaimer of Warranties
Important Disclaimer
The Repository and its contents are provided "as is" without any warranties, express or implied. RYK Medical & Dental College makes no warranties regarding:
- Accuracy, completeness, or reliability of data
- Fitness for a particular purpose or research need
- Continuous availability or uninterrupted access
- Absence of errors, viruses, or harmful components
Liability Limitation
The Institution shall not be liable for any direct, indirect, incidental, special, or consequential damages arising from use or misuse of the Repository, including but not limited to loss of data, research delays, or financial losses.
8. Monitoring and Enforcement
The Institution reserves the right to:
- Monitor Repository usage and access patterns
- Conduct compliance audits and reviews
- Investigate suspected misconduct or policy violations
- Suspend or terminate user access without prior notice for violations
- Take appropriate disciplinary or legal action as necessary
- Maintain audit logs of all repository activities
9. Amendments
These Terms of Use may be updated periodically to reflect changes in institutional policies, legal requirements, or repository operations. Users will be notified of significant changes through appropriate institutional channels.
Continued Acceptance
Continued use of the Repository following the posting of revised terms constitutes acceptance of the updated Terms of Use. It is the user's responsibility to review these terms periodically for changes.
10. Contact Information
For questions, concerns, or clarifications regarding these Terms of Use, please contact:
Office of Research / Directorate of Research
RYK Medical & Dental College
research@rykmdc.online
+92 300 6740295
Acknowledgment
By accessing or using the RYK Medical & Dental College Research Repository, you acknowledge that you have read, understood, and agree to be bound by these Terms of Use and all applicable institutional policies and regulations.