Terms & Conditions

The use of this website, https://medicinespatent.org, and all pages in this domain (collectively, the “MPP website” English/French, constitutes acceptance of these terms and conditions (“Terms and Conditions”).

RESTRICTIONS ON USE OF CONTENT

The information on our website or extracts thereof may be reviewed, reproduced or translated for research or private study but not for sale or for use in conjunction with commercial purposes. Any use of information from the MPP website should be accompanied by an acknowledgment of MPP as the source, citing the uniform resource locator (URL) of the content.

Reproduction or translation of substantial portions of the MPP website, or any use other than for educational or other non-commercial purposes, requires prior authorisation in writing. The unauthorised use of the MPP name and logo is expressly forbidden. Applications for use of information from the MPP website and enquiries should be addressed to info@medicinespatentpool.org.

PRIVACY

We are committed to the protection of your personal information. The foundation collects information on the number of website visitors and access patterns. This data, which includes your IP (Internet Protocol) address, domain name, browser type, operating system, and information such as the pages visited, is used to improve the site. The MPP does not collect any personal information unless you choose to provide such information by, for example, registering for one of the MPP’s newsletters.

Our website uses cookies to enhance your experience while browsing our website. You have the ability to disable cookies in your browser, but if you do, certain functionality on our website may be impaired. For more information on how to disable cookies, please refer to your browser’s cookie section.

LINKING TO THE MEDICINES PATENT POOL WEBSITE

Linking to the MPP website is permissible, provided that:

1. the format clearly indicates that the link is to the MPP website;
2. the linking site does not contain any content inconsistent with the purpose, character and mission of the MPP;
3. the linking site does not misrepresent its relationship with MPP or imply that the MPP is endorsing it or the products or services of the entity operating the linking site;
4. if the linking site sells products or services, it must obtain prior approval from the MPP to link as a commercial site.

ENDORSEMENTS AND OPINIONS

The MPP website may contain links to other websites that are not under MPP’s control. Such links are provided as a convenience, and the inclusion of such links does not imply any endorsement or approval by the MPP of any website, product or service.

The designations employed and the presentation of the information on the MPP websites do not imply the expression of any opinion whatsoever on the part of MPP concerning the legal status of any country, territory, city or area or of its authorities, or concerning the delimitation of frontiers or boundaries.

FEEDBACK

By providing feedback to MPP (“Feedback”) regarding the content of or information on the MPP website, you:

1. warrant that the Feedback does not infringe or violate the rights of others;
2. grant to MPP a license to use the Feedback in the furtherance of its mission, with no obligation whatsoever to pay you or anyone else for the Feedback or license.

DISCLAIMER

While the MPP uses reasonable efforts to include up-to-date and accurate information on its websites (both in English and French) the foundation does not make, and expressly disclaims, any representations or warranties of any kind, either express or implied. You agree that your use of the MPP bilingual website is provided on an “AS IS” and “AS AVAILABLE” basis. The MPP assumes no liability or responsibility for any errors or omissions in the content of its websites.

PRIVILEGES AND IMMUNITIES

These Terms and Conditions shall be interpreted and applied in accordance with their true meaning and intended effect independently of any system of national law, whether federal or state law. Nothing in or relating to the content of the MPP website or Terms and Conditions shall be deemed a waiver of any of the privileges and immunities of the Medicines Patent Pool.

CONTACT

For questions regarding these Terms and Conditions, please contact the MPP at info@medicinespatentpool.org