Terms of Use

These Terms of Use govern access to and use of the Genetics University website (genetics.university), including all sub-pages, interactive tools and content. By accessing the site you accept these terms.

The university may amend these terms with effect for the future. The version published on this page at the time of access applies.

Content is provided for research, teaching and general scientific information. Use for study, teaching and research purposes is permitted with attribution to the source.

Systematic reproduction, automated bulk retrieval or commercial exploitation of entire datasets requires the prior written consent of the university.

All genetic, genomic and clinical information is provided for educational and informational purposes only. It does not constitute medical advice, diagnosis or treatment recommendations and does not replace consultation with qualified professionals.

Scientific understanding changes. Statements about genes, variants, reference data and classifications reflect the cited source at the time of citation and may be superseded. Where evidence is limited or contested, this is stated explicitly.

Do not make decisions about testing, treatment or family planning on the basis of this website without obtaining clinical genetics or medical advice.

The site links to external scientific databases and publications. Their content, availability and currency remain the sole responsibility of the respective providers.

The seal, wordmark, design and editorial text of this website are protected. Cited publications and reference data remain subject to the licence terms of their authors.

Information submitted through the contact form must not include special categories of personal data under the GDPR, in particular health or genetic data.

The university is liable under statutory provisions for intent and gross negligence and for injury to life, body or health. Otherwise, liability for damages arising from use or unavailability of this website is excluded to the extent permitted by law.

The law of the university's seat applies, excluding its conflict-of-law rules. Mandatory consumer protection provisions remain unaffected.