Terms & Conditions

1. Acceptance of Terms

By accessing MetaBó-Bainne ("the Site"), you agree to these Terms and Conditions. If you do not agree, please do not use the Site.

2. About MetaBó-Bainne

This Site provides access to the Pasture-Based Milk Metabolome Database, an open-access resource containing information on metabolites found in Irish milk. The MetaBó-Bainne project is funded by the Irish Government Department of Agriculture, Food and the Marine (project reference 2021R568).

3. Use of Information

The information on this Site is provided for research, educational, and informational purposes only. While we strive for accuracy, the Site and database are provided "as is" without warranties of any kind, either express or implied.

Users acknowledge that:

Data is based on research and may not be applicable to all situations.

Metabolite concentrations can vary based on numerous factors.

Information should not be used as the sole basis for commercial, production, or processing decisions without independent verification.

The Site is not a substitute for professional consultation with qualified specialists.

The Site is not intended for medical, nutritional, or commercial product formulation decisions without independent verification.

4. Limitation of Liability

To the fullest extent permitted by Irish law, MetaBó-Bainne, its operators, the Department of Agriculture, Food and the Marine, and associated institutions shall not be liable for any damages arising from:

Use or inability to use the Site or database.

Reliance on information provided.

Errors, omissions, or inaccuracies in the data.

Business losses, production issues, or processing problems.

5. Intellectual Property

All content, including the database structure, research data, text, graphics, and design, is owned by MetaBó-Bainne and its partners or licensors. Open Access: The database is provided as an open-access resource. Users may access and reference the data for research, educational, and non-commercial purposes with appropriate attribution. Attribution: When citing or referencing data from this Site, please acknowledge: "MetaBó-Bainne - The Pasture-Based Milk Metabolome Database (2021R568), funded by the Irish Department of Agriculture, Food and the Marine."

Prohibited uses include:

Reproducing substantial portions of the database for commercial sale.

Misrepresenting data or sources.

Scraping or automated data extraction without permission.

6. Acceptable Use

You agree not to:

Attempt to gain unauthorized access to any part of the Site.

Use the Site in any way that damages or disrupts its operation.

Introduce malicious code or conduct harmful activities.

Misuse or misrepresent the data.

7. Third-Party Links

The Site may contain links to external websites. We are not responsible for the content or privacy practices of third-party sites.

8. Data Accuracy and Updates

The metabolome database is based on research conducted as part of the MetaBó-Bainne project. Data may be updated periodically as new research becomes available. We do not guarantee that information is always current or complete.

9. Warranty

THE SITE AND ALL INFORMATION ARE PROVIDED "AS IS" AND "AS AVAILABLE" WITHOUT WARRANTY OF ANY KIND, EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY, FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE, OR NON-INFRINGEMENT.

10. Changes to Terms

We reserve the right to modify these Terms and Conditions at any time. Changes will be posted on this page with an updated effective date. Continued use of the Site constitutes acceptance of modified terms.

11. Governing Law

These Terms and Conditions are governed by the laws of Ireland. Any disputes shall be subject to the exclusive jurisdiction of the Irish courts.

12. Contact Information

For questions about these Terms and Conditions, please contact: (tom_ocallaghan@ucc.ie)