Terms and Conditions

1. Acceptance of Terms

By accessing or using this website and its services, you agree to be bound by these Terms & Conditions. If you do not agree with any part of these terms, you should not use the platform.

These Terms apply to all users, including, Readers, Authors, Reviewers, Editors, Librarians, Subscribers, General visitors.

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2. Scope of Services

JBESH provides scholarly publishing and related digital services, including:

• Journal information, aims, and editorial policies
• Access to published articles and archives
• Manuscript submission and editorial communication
• Dissemination of biomedical and healthcare research
• Academic updates, announcements, and notifications

The platform supports the publication and global accessibility of research in biomedical engineering, smart healthcare systems, and medical technologies.

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3. Accounts, Submissions, and User Information

Certain features may require users to provide information or interact with the editorial system.

Users agree to:

• Provide accurate, current, and complete information
• Maintain the confidentiality of login credentials
• Ensure submitted content is lawful, original, and authorized

Authors must confirm that all submissions:

• Are original and unpublished
• Comply with ethical, legal, and research standards
• Do not infringe intellectual property rights

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4. Acceptable Use

Users must use the platform responsibly and strictly for lawful academic and research purposes.

Users must not:

• Attempt unauthorized access to systems or accounts
• Disrupt website functionality or security
• Upload malicious or harmful content
• Misrepresent identity or institutional affiliation
• Misuse editorial or communication systems
• Collect or use data in violation of applicable laws

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5. Intellectual Property and Content Rights

All website content, including design, layout, logos, text, and features, is protected by intellectual property laws.

• Published articles may be subject to specific copyright or licensing terms
• Authors may retain rights according to journal policy
• Content must not be copied, reproduced, or distributed without permission
• Use of content must comply with applicable licensing agreements

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6. Text and Data Mining; Automated Access Restrictions

Unauthorized automated access to the platform is strictly prohibited.

Users must not:

• Use bots, crawlers, or scraping tools without permission
• Perform bulk downloading or automated data extraction
• Use journal content for machine learning or commercial purposes without authorization

Violations may result in restricted access or legal action.

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7. Disclaimer of Warranties

The website and its content are provided on an “as is” and “as available” basis.

JBESH does not guarantee:

• Uninterrupted or error-free access
• Complete accuracy or reliability of all content
• Suitability for specific research or clinical purposes

Published research reflects the views of the authors and not necessarily those of the journal or its editorial board.

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8. Limitation of Liability

To the fullest extent permitted by law, JBESH, its editors, and associated personnel shall not be liable for:

• Indirect, incidental, or consequential damages
• Loss of data, research material, or publication opportunities
• Business interruption or academic loss

Nothing in these terms excludes liability that cannot be legally excluded under applicable law.

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9. External Services and Links

The website may include links to third-party platforms, indexing services, or external resources.

• These services operate under their own policies and terms
• JBESH is not responsible for third-party content or practices

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10. Suspension, Restriction, or Termination

The journal reserves the right to suspend or restrict access to the platform in cases of:

• Violation of these Terms & Conditions
• Security concerns or misuse of the platform
• Legal or regulatory requirements

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11. Governing Law and Jurisdiction

These Terms & Conditions are governed by the laws of India. Any disputes arising from the use of this platform shall be subject to the jurisdiction of the appropriate courts in India.

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12. Changes to Terms

JBESH may update these Terms & Conditions periodically to reflect changes in legal, technical, or editorial practices.

Continued use of the website after updates constitutes acceptance of the revised Terms.