Effective from 30th November, 2024: By using Probe STEM, you agree to our User Agreement and Professional Privacy Policies, which govern your platform interactions.
Probe STEM takes reasonable precautions to ensure the security and integrity of data hosted on its platform. However, in the event of a cybercrime or data breach, Probe STEM shall not be held responsible for any loss, theft, or corruption of user data. Users are advised to maintain backups of their work and implement their own security measures to safeguard against potential risks.
User Verification
Probe STEM prioritizes platform integrity through careful verification of user profiles.
- Faculty member and industry details are verified before profile approval
- Students' credentials are not formally verified
- Users are responsible for assessing collaborator credibility
Liability Disclaimer
The platform disclaims responsibility for financial losses or misuse of research resources.
- No liability for financial losses from fraud or misrepresentation
- Not responsible for misuse of research data or intellectual property
- Users must conduct due diligence in collaborations
Content and Collaboration Guidelines
Maintaining high standards of academic integrity and professional discourse.
- Only original, properly cited research allowed
- Respectful and professional communication
- Constructive problem-solving encouraged
- Discriminatory or offensive content prohibited
Privacy and Data Protection
Committed to protecting user data and intellectual property.
- Compliance with international data protection laws (GDPR)
- Minimal data collection
- No third-party data sharing without consent
- Respect for intellectual property rights
Community Guidelines
Maintaining professionalism and respect within the community.
- Engage with fellow users courteously and constructively
- Avoid discriminatory, offensive, or inappropriate language and behavior
- Acknowledge and credit others’ work appropriately
Content Policies
Ensuring uploaded content aligns with Probe STEM’s mission.
- All content must foster innovation and collaboration in STEM
- Prohibited content includes plagiarized materials, misinformation, and unrelated political or religious propaganda
- Probe STEM reserves the right to review, edit, or delete content violating its policies
Collaboration Policies
Encouraging fair and inclusive collaboration practices.
- Encourage open and inclusive discussions
- Credit all contributors in collaborative projects fairly
- Resolve conflicts amicably; report unresolved disputes to the Probe STEM team
User Conduct
Outlining expectations for responsible platform usage.
- Refrain from spamming, trolling, or promoting non-STEM-related services
- Use the platform responsibly to build meaningful connections and collaborations
- Probe STEM reserves the right to suspend or ban users for repeated violations
Research Integrity
Adherence to ethical research practices is mandatory.
- Transparency, honesty, and accountability in research are required
- All shared research must comply with academic and industrial standards
Feedback and Reporting
Encouraging users to contribute to the platform’s improvement.
- Provide feedback for platform improvement
- Report policy violations or inappropriate behavior via probestem2024@gmail.com
Disclaimer
Responsibilities and limitations of Probe STEM’s role.
- Probe STEM is a facilitator and does not guarantee the accuracy or success of projects
- Users are responsible for their own collaborations and content
Platform Mission
Probe STEM is dedicated to fostering collaboration between students, faculty, and industry experts through innovation and research.