Effective Date: 9th September 2025
Last Updated: 9th September 2025
Welcome to Rlab.club (“Rlab”, “we”, “our”, or “us”). These Terms of Use (“Terms”) govern your use of our website, platform, and services.
By accessing or using Rlab.club, you agree to these Terms. If you do not agree, please do not use our services.
1. Introduction
Rlab.club is India’s first Research Scholar Community Platform, designed to connect university professors, PhD scholars, researchers, and innovators with global labs, corporate partners, and research institutions.
Our platform provides:
- Membership-based access to exclusive research networking opportunities
- Collaboration on R&D projects
- Physical meetups and online events
- Commercialization and patent-filing support
- Access to global partner labs and resources
These Terms of Use set out the rules for all users and ensure a safe, respectful, and productive environment for our community.
2. Eligibility
To register or use Rlab.club, you must
- Be at least 18 years old.
- Provide accurate and truthful information during registration.
- Have the legal authority to agree to these Terms.
- Be affiliated with a university, research institution, or related academic/professional organization (preferred but not mandatory for general membership).
Rlab reserves the right to approve or reject membership applications at its sole discretion.
3. User Account
- When you register for Rlab.club, you agree to:
- Provide accurate, up-to-date information during sign-up.
- Maintain the confidentiality of your login credentials.
- Accept responsibility for all activities that occur under your account.
- Notify us immediately if you suspect any unauthorized access.
Rlab is not responsible for any loss or damage arising from failure to secure your account.
4. Membership Rules and Conduct
By becoming a member of Rlab.club, you agree to the following rules:
Respectful Behavior:
Treat other members with courtesy and professionalism.
Harassment, abusive language, or discrimination of any kind is strictly prohibited.
No Unauthorized Sharing of Information:
Do not share internal communications, private research, or other members’ data outside the platform without consent.
Compliance with Laws:
Use Rlab.club only for lawful purposes and in accordance with applicable laws and regulations.
Prohibited Activities:
You may not:
Use the platform to post false or misleading information.
Attempt to hack, disrupt, or damage the platform’s security.
Engage in spamming, phishing, or other malicious activities.
Sell or resell Rlab memberships or access without authorization.
5. Services Provided by Rlab
Rlab.club offers a variety of services to its members, including:
Exclusive online and offline networking events.
Access to global research labs and collaborative opportunities.
Knowledge-sharing sessions with industry experts and top scientists.
Support for commercialization and patenting of research innovations.
Placement opportunities with partnered MNCs and institutions.
Note: The scope and availability of services may evolve over time. Rlab reserves the right to modify or discontinue specific services without prior notice.
6. Intellectual Property Rights
All content on Rlab.club, including logos, text, graphics, images, and other materials, is the intellectual property of Rlab.club unless otherwise stated.
You May Not:
Copy, modify, or distribute Rlab’s content without written permission.
Use Rlab’s branding or logo without prior authorization.
Claim ownership of intellectual property that belongs to other members or Rlab.
Member Contributions:
When you submit content (e.g., research summaries, articles, presentations), you grant Rlab a non-exclusive, worldwide license to use and display this content within the platform for community purposes.
7. Fees and Payments
Some features of Rlab.club may require paid membership or event registration fees.
All fees must be paid in full before services are rendered.
Payments are non-refundable unless otherwise stated.
Rlab uses secure third-party payment processors and is not responsible for payment processing errors.
Privacy Protection
Your privacy is important to us.
Our Privacy Policy, which is part of these Terms, explains how we collect, use, and protect your personal data.
By using Rlab.club, you agree to our Privacy Policy.
Read our Privacy Policy
(Link to privacy policy page)
Termination of Membership
Rlab reserves the right to suspend or terminate your account without notice if:
You violate these Terms.
You engage in behavior that harms other members or the community.
You misuse Rlab’s services for illegal or unethical purposes.
Upon termination:
Your account will be deactivated.
Any outstanding payments remain due.
Certain sections of these Terms will continue to apply, including intellectual property and limitation of liability.
10. Disclaimers
Rlab.club provides services on an “as-is” and “as-available” basis.
We do not guarantee:
That the platform will always be available or error-free.
That collaborations or research partnerships will lead to funding or commercialization.
The accuracy or reliability of user-generated content.
Limitation of Liability:
Rlab is not responsible for any indirect, incidental, or consequential damages resulting from the use of our services.
11. Indemnification
You agree to indemnify and hold harmless Rlab, its team, and its affiliates from any claims, losses, or damages arising from:
Your use of the platform.
Violation of these Terms.
Infringement of intellectual property or rights of other members.
1.2 Third-Party Links
Our platform may contain links to third-party websites.
Rlab is not responsible for:
The content of these external websites.
Their privacy practices or terms of service.
We encourage you to review their policies before sharing any personal data.
13. Policy Updates
Rlab may revise these Terms of Use from time to time.
Updates will be communicated via email or website notifications.
Continued use of Rlab after changes indicates acceptance of the new Terms.
14. Governing Law and Jurisdiction
These Terms are governed by the laws of India, and any disputes arising from these Terms or the use of Rlab.club will be subject to the exclusive jurisdiction of the courts located in Bangalore, Karnataka, India.
15. Contact Information
For questions or concerns about these Terms, please contact:
Rlab.club
📧 Email: support@rlab.club