World Data Science Initiative

Terms of Use

Welcome to www.worlddatascience.org, the official website of the World Data Science Initiative (WDSI). By accessing or using this website (the "Site"), you agree to comply with the following Terms of Use ("Terms"). These Terms govern your use of this Site and any content, resources, or services provided through it.

The WDSI is primarily supported by the Data Science Council of America, the Artificial Intelligence Board of America, and Academik America Inc. By using this Site, you acknowledge the contributions and support of these organizations in furthering the goals of the World Data Science Initiative.

WDSI reserves the right to update these Terms periodically. Continued use of the Site after changes are posted constitutes acceptance of the revised Terms. Please review them regularly.

1. Use of Site Content

WDSI grants you a non-exclusive, non-transferable license to access, download, and print content from this Site for informational and non-commercial purposes only, provided that:

  • You do not modify any content;
  • You retain all copyright and proprietary notices.

You may not reproduce, distribute, modify, or publicly display any Site content without prior written permission from WDSI.

2. Copyright & Intellectual Property Rights

All content on this Site, including text, graphics, logos, and images, is the intellectual property of WDSI or its licensors and is protected under international copyright laws.

Trademarks, service marks, and logos displayed on this Site belong to WDSI or third-party licensors. You may not use these marks without explicit permission.

You may not attribute or reference WDSI in advertisements, promotional materials, or public announcements without prior written approval from WDSI.

3. User Contributions & Restrictions

You may have opportunities to submit content, including messages, feedback, or other information ("User Submissions"). By posting or submitting content, you agree that:

  • WDSI has the unrestricted right to use, publish, and distribute your submissions without obligation.
  • You will not submit content that is:
    • False, misleading, or defamatory;
    • Unlawful or infringes on intellectual property rights;
    • Promoting spam, advertisements, or commercial content;
    • Containing viruses or malicious software.

WDSI reserves the right to remove any content that violates these Terms or is otherwise deemed inappropriate.

4. Application & Participation Guidelines

Submission of an application to WDSI does not guarantee approval for any subsidy, grant, or accreditation.

  • Institutions must not publicly claim WDSI affiliation unless accreditation has been formally obtained and remains in good standing.
  • Any unauthorized public representation of WDSI, including in press releases, advertisements, or on social media, is strictly prohibited and may result in cancellation of the institution's application or accreditation.

5. Legal Compliance & Infringement Notices

If you believe any content on this Site infringes upon your intellectual property rights, you may submit a written notification to WDSI that includes:

  • Identification of the copyrighted work or intellectual property in question;
  • Specific details of the infringing material;
  • Your contact information (name, email, phone number);
  • A statement affirming that you are the rightful owner or authorized representative.

WDSI will review and take appropriate action in accordance with applicable laws.

6. Disclaimers & Limitation of Liability

This Site and its content are provided "as is," without warranties, express or implied.

  • WDSI does not guarantee that Site content is error-free, complete, or continuously updated.
  • WDSI is not liable for any damages, direct or indirect, arising from the use of this Site, including but not limited to any errors or omissions in the content.

7. Third-Party Websites & Links

This Site may contain links to third-party websites for informational purposes. WDSI does not endorse, control, or assume responsibility for the content or policies of external sites, nor does it guarantee the accuracy or legality of the content found on these external sites.

8. Governing Law & Jurisdiction

These Terms are governed by the laws of the State of Texas, United States, without reference to conflict of laws principles. Any disputes arising from these Terms shall be subject to the exclusive jurisdiction of the courts in Texas, USA.

By accessing and using the Site, you acknowledge the support of Data Science Council of America, the Artificial Intelligence Board of America, and Academik America Inc. in advancing the mission of the World Data Science Initiative. Please review these Terms regularly to ensure you are informed of any updates.