Terms of Service

1. Acceptance of Terms

By accessing and using the SPECTRA 2026 website, registering for the conference, or submitting papers, you agree to be bound by these Terms of Service and all applicable laws and regulations. If you do not agree with any of these terms, you are prohibited from using this website and participating in the conference.

2. Conference Registration

2.1 Registration Requirements

• All participants must register through the official conference website
• Registration information must be accurate and complete
• Each participant must use their own email address
• Registration fees must be paid by the specified deadline

2.2 Cancellation and Refund Policy

• Cancellations made before April 1, 2026: 80% refund
• Cancellations made between April 1-15, 2026: 50% refund
• Cancellations made after April 15, 2026: No refund
• All refund requests must be submitted in writing
• Conference organizers reserve the right to cancel the event due to unforeseen circumstances

3. Paper Submission and Publication

3.1 Submission Guidelines

By submitting a paper, you agree that:

• The work is original and has not been published elsewhere
• All authors have approved the submission
• The work does not infringe on any copyright or intellectual property rights
• You have obtained necessary permissions for any third-party materials
• The submission complies with academic ethics standards

3.2 Copyright and Publication Rights

• Accepted papers will be presented at the symposium
• Authors retain full copyright of their work
• Conference organizers may use papers for conference proceedings and promotional purposes

3.3 Plagiarism and Research Integrity

All submissions will be checked for plagiarism. Papers found to contain plagiarism, fabricated data, or other forms of research misconduct will be rejected immediately. Authors may face sanctions including ban from future conference events.

4. Presentation Requirements

• At least one author of each accepted paper must register for the conference
• Registered authors must present their paper at the scheduled time
• Failure to present may result in exclusion from conference materials
• Presentation format must follow conference guidelines
• Authors are responsible for their own equipment and materials

5. Code of Conduct

All participants must:

• Treat all attendees with respect and professionalism
• Refrain from harassment, discrimination, or inappropriate behavior
• Follow all venue rules and regulations
• Respect intellectual property and confidential information
• Comply with professional conduct standards

Violation of the Code of Conduct may result in removal from the conference without refund and potential ban from future conference events.

6. Intellectual Property

6.1 Website Content

All content on the SPECTRA 2026 website, including text, graphics, logos, and software, is owned by SPECTRA 2026 or its licensors and protected by copyright laws.

6.2 Trademarks

SPECTRA and related marks are property of the conference organizers. Unauthorized use is prohibited.

7. Photography and Recording

• Conference organizers may photograph and record conference sessions
• By attending, you consent to being photographed and recorded
• Materials may be used for promotional purposes
• Participants may not record sessions without explicit permission
• Presentation materials may not be distributed without author consent

8. Liability and Disclaimers

8.1 Limitation of Liability

SPECTRA 2026 and its organizers, sponsors, and affiliates are not liable for any direct, indirect, incidental, special, or consequential damages arising from conference participation or use of the website.

8.2 Personal Belongings

Participants are responsible for their personal belongings. The conference organizers are not liable for any loss, theft, or damage to personal property.

8.3 Health and Safety

Participants attend at their own risk. Conference organizers are not liable for any injury, illness, or health issues arising from conference attendance.

8.4 Website Accuracy

While we strive for accuracy, we do not warrant that website information is complete, reliable, current, or error-free. Conference schedule and details are subject to change.

9. Force Majeure

Conference organizers are not liable for failure to perform obligations due to circumstances beyond reasonable control, including natural disasters, pandemics, terrorism, war, or government restrictions. In such cases, the conference may be postponed, moved to virtual format, or cancelled with partial refunds.

10. Privacy and Data Protection

Your use of the website and conference services is subject to our Privacy Policy. By using our services, you consent to our collection and use of information as described in the Privacy Policy.

11. Third-Party Services

Our website may contain links to third-party websites and services (e.g., EasyChair, payment processors). We are not responsible for the content, privacy policies, or practices of third-party sites. Use of third-party services is at your own risk.

12. Modifications to Terms

We reserve the right to modify these Terms of Service at any time. Material changes will be posted on this page with an updated revision date. Continued use of the website after changes constitutes acceptance of the modified terms.

13. Governing Law

These Terms of Service are governed by the laws of Bangladesh. Any disputes arising from these terms or conference participation shall be subject to the exclusive jurisdiction of the courts in Dinajpur, Bangladesh.

14. Severability

If any provision of these terms is found to be unenforceable or invalid, that provision shall be limited to the minimum extent necessary, and the remaining provisions shall remain in full force and effect.

15. Contact Information

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