1. Acceptance of Terms
Welcome to Lunar Shadow Project. By accessing or using our website (lunarshadowproject.org), you agree to be bound by these Terms of Use and our Privacy Policy. If you do not agree with any part of these terms, you may not access or use the website.
We reserve the right to modify these terms at any time. Changes will be effective upon posting to the website. Your continued use of the website following such changes constitutes acceptance of the modified terms.
2. Description of Service
Lunar Shadow Project provides an online platform for analytical research and journalism focused on the lunar far side. The service includes:
- Research articles and analytical content on lunar science
- Resources and links to external scientific databases
- Educational materials related to lunar exploration
- Contact and collaboration opportunities with research personnel
3. Intellectual Property Rights
3.1 Project Content
Unless otherwise indicated, all content published by Lunar Shadow Project, including articles, text, graphics, logos, and website design, is protected by copyright and intellectual property laws. This content is the property of Lunar Shadow Project or its content suppliers.
3.2 Permitted Use
You may:
- View and read content for personal, educational, or research purposes
- Share links to articles on social media or academic platforms
- Quote brief excerpts with proper attribution
- Use content for educational purposes in academic settings with appropriate citation
3.3 Prohibited Use
You may not:
- Reproduce, republish, or redistribute substantial portions of content without permission
- Modify, adapt, or create derivative works without authorization
- Use content for commercial purposes without explicit consent
- Remove or alter copyright notices or attributions
3.4 Third-Party Content
Images, data, and materials from external sources (NASA, ESA, scientific publications) remain subject to their original copyright and licensing terms. Links to external resources are provided for convenience and do not constitute endorsement.
4. User Conduct
When using the website, you agree to:
- Provide accurate and truthful information in communications
- Refrain from unlawful, harmful, or abusive behavior
- Respect intellectual property rights
- Not attempt to gain unauthorized access to systems or data
- Not transmit malicious code, viruses, or harmful content
- Not interfere with website operation or other users' access
5. Accuracy of Information
Lunar Shadow Project strives to provide accurate, well-researched content based on current scientific understanding. However:
- Scientific knowledge evolves, and information may become outdated
- Content represents analysis and interpretation, not official mission data
- The Project is not responsible for errors, omissions, or inaccuracies
- Content should not be considered professional scientific advice
Readers should consult primary sources and peer-reviewed literature for authoritative scientific information.
6. External Links and Resources
The website contains links to external websites operated by third parties, including space agencies, research institutions, and scientific databases. These links are provided for convenience and informational purposes.
Lunar Shadow Project:
- Does not control or endorse external websites
- Is not responsible for their content, accuracy, or practices
- Makes no warranties regarding external sites
- Recommends reviewing privacy policies and terms of external sites
7. Disclaimer of Warranties
The website and its content are provided "as is" and "as available" without warranties of any kind, either express or implied, including but not limited to:
- Warranties of merchantability or fitness for particular purposes
- Warranties of accuracy, reliability, or completeness
- Warranties of uninterrupted or error-free operation
- Warranties regarding security or freedom from harmful components
8. Limitation of Liability
To the fullest extent permitted by law, Lunar Shadow Project and its team members shall not be liable for any direct, indirect, incidental, special, consequential, or punitive damages arising from:
- Use or inability to use the website
- Errors, inaccuracies, or omissions in content
- Unauthorized access to or alteration of data
- Third-party conduct or content on the website
- Any other matter relating to the website or services
9. Indemnification
You agree to indemnify, defend, and hold harmless Lunar Shadow Project, its team members, and affiliates from any claims, liabilities, damages, losses, or expenses (including legal fees) arising from:
- Your use of the website
- Violation of these Terms of Use
- Infringement of intellectual property or other rights
- Your conduct in connection with the website
10. Research and Educational Use
Content provided on this website is intended for educational and informational purposes. While articles are researched and reviewed for accuracy:
- Content should be considered secondary analysis and interpretation
- Primary sources should be consulted for authoritative scientific data
- The Project is not a peer-reviewed scientific journal
- Content does not constitute professional scientific advice or consultation
11. Contact and Collaboration
Communications submitted through contact forms or email become the property of Lunar Shadow Project and may be used for responding to inquiries, improving services, or research collaboration purposes. Personal information is handled according to our Privacy Policy.
12. Governing Law and Jurisdiction
These Terms of Use are governed by the laws of Germany. Any disputes arising from these terms or use of the website shall be subject to the exclusive jurisdiction of courts in Berlin, Germany.
13. Severability
If any provision of these Terms of Use is found to be invalid, illegal, or unenforceable, the remaining provisions shall continue in full force and effect.
14. Entire Agreement
These Terms of Use, together with the Privacy Policy, constitute the entire agreement between you and Lunar Shadow Project regarding use of the website and supersede all prior agreements and understandings.
15. Contact Information
Questions regarding these Terms of Use should be directed to:
Lunar Shadow Project
Invalidenstraße 42
10115 Berlin, Germany
Email: contact@lunarshadowproject.org
Phone: +49 30 5879 4312
16. Acknowledgment
By using the Lunar Shadow Project website, you acknowledge that you have read, understood, and agree to be bound by these Terms of Use and the Privacy Policy.