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Effective Date: October 5, 2025
Last Updated: October 5, 2025

Acceptance of Terms

By accessing and using the Society & AI Independent Research Group website at societyandai.org (the “Site”), you agree to be bound by these Terms of Use. If you do not agree to these terms, please do not use the Site.

About the Society & AI IRG

The Society & AI Independent Research Group (Society & AI IRG) is an independent research initiative examining artificial intelligence in educational and societal contexts. Our mission is to advance society-centered AI research and practice.

Intellectual Property

Our Content

Unless otherwise noted, all content on this Site—including articles, research papers, frameworks, commentary, images, graphics, and design—is owned by the Society & AI IRG or Dr. Sai Gattupalli and is protected by copyright, trademark, and other intellectual property laws.

License to Use

We grant you a limited, non-exclusive, non-transferable license to:

  • Access and view Site content for personal, non-commercial use
  • Download and print content for personal educational or research purposes
  • Share links to our content with proper attribution

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Restrictions

You may not:

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  • Use content for commercial purposes without authorization
  • Remove copyright notices or attributions
  • Claim authorship of our content
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User Conduct

When using our Site, you agree to:

  • Provide accurate information if submitting inquiries
  • Respect the intellectual property rights of others
  • Not engage in unlawful, harmful, or abusive behavior
  • Not attempt to interfere with Site functionality or security

Our Site may contain links to third-party websites. We are not responsible for the content, privacy practices, or terms of use of external sites. Linking does not imply endorsement.

Research and Commentary

Nature of Content

Content on this Site includes research articles, expert commentary, analysis, and opinion. While we strive for accuracy, content represents scholarly inquiry and informed perspective, not absolute fact.

Not Professional Advice

Information on this Site is for educational and research purposes only. It does not constitute:

  • Legal advice
  • Policy recommendations binding on any institution
  • Professional consulting services
  • Endorsement of specific products or vendors

For specific guidance, consult qualified professionals.

Disclaimers

“As Is” Basis

The Site and its content are provided “as is” without warranties of any kind, either express or implied, including but not limited to:

  • Accuracy or completeness of information
  • Fitness for a particular purpose
  • Non-infringement
  • Availability or reliability

Limitation of Liability

To the fullest extent permitted by law, the Society & AI IRG and its contributors shall not be liable for:

  • Errors or omissions in Site content
  • Delays or interruptions in Site availability
  • Damages arising from use of the Site or reliance on its content
  • Actions taken based on information provided on the Site

Changes and Updates

We reserve the right to:

  • Modify, suspend, or discontinue any part of the Site
  • Update these Terms of Use at any time
  • Remove or modify content without notice

Continued use of the Site after changes constitutes acceptance of modified terms.

Governing Law

These Terms of Use are governed by the laws of the United States and the State of Massachusetts, without regard to conflict of law principles.

Dispute Resolution

Any disputes arising from these Terms or use of the Site shall be resolved through:

  1. Good-faith negotiation
  2. If unresolved, binding arbitration in Massachusetts

Severability

If any provision of these Terms is found unenforceable, the remaining provisions remain in full force and effect.

Contact Information

For questions about these Terms of Use:

Society & AI Independent Research Group
Email: legal@societyandai.org
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Acknowledgment

By using this Site, you acknowledge that you have read, understood, and agree to be bound by these Terms of Use and our Privacy Policy.

These Terms of Use were last updated on October 5, 2025.