Terms of Use

Last updated: 21 October 2026

1. About these terms

These Terms of Use set out the conditions for accessing and using the impactsci.org website.

By browsing the website, you accept them. If you do not agree with any part of them, please do not use the website.

We may change these terms whenever necessary. The date of the last update is shown at the top of this page, and the version in force is always the one published here.

This English version is provided for convenience. In the event of any discrepancy, the Portuguese version prevails.

2. Who is responsible

IMPACTsci, Lda.
Tax number (NIPC) 517 113 279
Praça de Portugal, 8, 3.º, 2675-669 Odivelas, Portugal
Email: geral@impactsci.org

3. What this website is for

This website is for information purposes. It presents IMPACTsci, the services we provide, the European projects we take part in and the ecosystem of partners we work with, and it publishes editorial content on neurodiversity, inclusion and education.

You cannot buy, contract or pay for services through this website. All our services are provided under a separate proposal and contract, agreed case by case. The forms on the website are only for contacting us or requesting a proposal, and do not create any contractual commitment between the parties.

4. How you may use the website

You may freely view, read and share the content of the website for personal, educational or professional purposes, provided that you:

  • Credit IMPACTsci as the source
  • Do not change the meaning of the content
  • Do not use it for commercial purposes without our written permission

When using the website, you agree not to:

  • Access areas, systems or data you are not entitled to access
  • Try to compromise the security, availability or integrity of the website
  • Use automated data collection tools without our permission
  • Introduce malicious code or any content that could damage the website or other users’ devices
  • Send unlawful, defamatory or offensive content, or content that infringes the rights of others, through the forms
  • Use the website in a way that affects other people’s use of it

5. Intellectual property

The content of this website (text, images, videos, illustrations, icons, structure, graphic design, methodologies and learning materials) belongs to IMPACTsci or to third parties who have authorised us to use it, and is protected by copyright and related rights legislation.

The IMPACTsci brand, logo and other distinctive signs belong to IMPACTsci.

The logos, brands and materials of partners, European projects and funding bodies shown on the website belong to their respective owners and are used with permission, within the scope of the collaborations concerned.

Some content results from projects co-funded by the European Union and may be covered by open-access licences. Where this is the case, the applicable licence is shown next to the content and takes precedence over this section.

Except as provided in section 4, reproducing, distributing, modifying or making commercial use of the content requires prior written permission. To request it, contact us at geral@impactsci.org.

6. Content and accuracy of information

The content published on this website, including editorial articles and materials on neurodiversity, inclusion and education, is for information purposes and is based on scientific evidence and recognised European frameworks.

It does not constitute individual medical, psychological, legal or professional advice, and it does not replace support from qualified professionals. Every situation is different and should be assessed individually.

We try to keep the information accurate and up to date, but we do not guarantee that it is always complete, current or free from errors. If you notice a mistake, please let us know.

7. Links to other websites

The website contains links to third-party websites, including partners, European projects, funding bodies and media outlets.

These links are provided for your convenience. We do not control and are not responsible for the content, privacy policies or practices of those websites. We recommend that you read the terms and policies of each one.

A link does not imply any association, sponsorship or endorsement by IMPACTsci beyond the relationship expressly described on the website.

8. Contact forms and personal data

The forms on the website let you contact us or request a proposal. The data you give us is handled in accordance with our Privacy Policy and Cookie Policy.

By submitting a form, you confirm that the information you provide is true and that you are entitled to provide it.

9. Accessibility

IMPACTsci is committed to making this website accessible to as many people as possible, applying the Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG) and Universal Design principles.

If you come across an accessibility barrier, write to us at geral@impactsci.org. We will reply and look for an alternative way for you to access the information.

10. Website availability

We try to keep the website available and working properly, but we do not guarantee that it will always be available without interruption.

Access may be temporarily suspended for maintenance, updates or technical reasons, and may be affected by factors beyond our control, such as network or hosting failures.

We reserve the right to change, suspend or discontinue the website or any of its features, in whole or in part, without notice.

11. Limitation of liability

To the fullest extent permitted by law, IMPACTsci is not liable for damage resulting from:

  • Use of, or inability to use, the website
  • Decisions made on the basis of the information published here
  • Interruptions, errors or technical faults
  • Content on third-party websites reached through links
  • Actions of third parties, including unauthorised access to our systems

This limitation does not exclude or restrict any liability that cannot be excluded or limited by law, in particular in cases of wilful misconduct or gross negligence.

Nothing in these terms affects the rights that the law gives to consumers.

12. Governing law and disputes

These terms are governed by Portuguese law.

Any dispute arising from the use of this website shall be settled by the courts of the district of Lisbon, to the exclusion of any other.

13. Contact

For any question about these terms:

IMPACTsci, Lda.
Tax number (NIPC) 517 113 279
Praça de Portugal, 8, 3.º, 2675-669 Odivelas, Portugal
Email: geral@impactsci.org