Terms and Conditions

1. Introduction

These Terms and Conditions govern the use of the ClinQuestAi.com website and search engine, including all data accessed, shared, or downloaded from it. By using ClinQuestAi.com, you agree to be bound by these terms. These terms apply to all data obtained from the site and remain in effect as long as you use or retain this data.

2. Purpose of ClinQuestAi.com and Commitment to Trustworthiness (E-E-A-T)

Verada Holdings, Inc. operates ClinQuestAi.com to provide accessible information about clinical research studies to patients, families, healthcare professionals, and the public. Our goal is to present this information in a way that is accurate, empathetic, and useful for patients and their caregivers.

ClinQuestAi.com is a search engine that processes and presents data exclusively sourced from ClinicalTrials.gov, a public database managed by the U.S. National Library of Medicine (NLM). We enhance the usability of this data by translating complex medical information—such as eligibility criteria and study outcomes—into clear, layperson-friendly language to promote informed decision-making and public awareness of clinical research.

Our commitment to accuracy and trust is paramount. All health-related content, whether drafted by our team or with AI assistance, undergoes a rigorous human review process before publication. Every article is fact-checked, edited, and medically reviewed by a licensed medical professional with relevant expertise. We are transparent about our sources and display author and reviewer credentials to uphold the highest standards of Experience, Expertise, Authoritativeness, and Trustworthiness (E-E-A-T).

3. Data Source and Processing

• Primary Data Source: All clinical trial data on ClinQuestAi.com originates from ClinicalTrials.gov, which includes studies from the United States and over 200 other countries.
• Data Updates: The data is processed and updated every one to five working days to reflect the most current information available from ClinicalTrials.gov. The date of the most recent data processing is always displayed on the website.
• User Responsibility for Verification: Users are encouraged to consult ClinQuestAi.com regularly and to cross-reference with https://clinicaltrials.gov/ for real-time updates or additional details.

4. Medical Disclaimer and User Responsibility

• For Informational Purposes Only: The information provided on this website is for informational and educational purposes only and is not intended as a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment.
• Consult a Licensed Medical Professional: Always seek the advice of your physician or other qualified, licensed medical professional with any questions you may have regarding a medical condition. Never disregard professional medical advice or delay in seeking it because of something you have read on this website.
• Medical Emergencies: If you think you may have a medical emergency, call your doctor or emergency services immediately.
• No Endorsements: This website does not recommend or endorse any specific tests, physicians, products, procedures, opinions, or other information that may be mentioned.
• Assumption of Risk: Reliance on any information provided by this website is solely at your own risk. Users are solely responsible for how they interpret and apply data, including any decision to participate in a clinical trial.

5. Use of Data and Attribution

• Free Access: ClinQuestAi.com and its search engine are freely accessible to all users worldwide as a public service. No registration is required.
• Attribution Requirements: Any reproduction or distribution of data from ClinQuestAi.com must:
  • Clearly attribute the original data to ClinicalTrials.gov.
  • Acknowledge ClinQuestAi.com as the entity that processed and presented the data.
  • Include the date the data was last processed by ClinQuestAi.com.
• Data Integrity: Users may not alter data in a way that misrepresents its original meaning or context. If data is modified for simplification, these changes must be explicitly disclosed.
• Prohibited Uses:
  • You may not claim proprietary rights over the ClinQuestAi.com database or represent it as anything other than a processed presentation of a U.S. Government database.
  • Using contact information from the site for marketing or unsolicited communications is strictly prohibited.
  • Data may not be used in violation of any applicable local, national, or international laws or regulations.

6. No Warranties and Limitation of Liability

• No Warranties: The data on ClinQuestAi.com is provided "as is". Verada Holdings, Inc. and its affiliates provide no warranties—express or implied—regarding the accuracy, completeness, timeliness, or reliability of the data. This includes, but is not limited to, warranties of merchantability or fitness for a particular purpose. Users assume all risks associated with its use.
• Liability Disclaimer: Verada Holdings, Inc., ClinQuestAi.com, and their affiliates bear no liability for any loss, injury, claim, or damage arising from the use of or reliance on the website or its data. This includes errors in data, delays in updates, or consequences of any decisions made based on the information provided.

7. Copyright and Intellectual Property

The underlying data from ClinicalTrials.gov is a U.S. Government work and is not subject to U.S. copyright, though it may be subject to international copyright protection. Users are responsible for complying with any third-party copyrights or terms of use. The processed and presented data, including simplified language and original content, is the intellectual property of Verada Holdings, Inc., though no proprietary claim is made on the underlying government data. CLINQUEST is a registered trademark of Verada Holdings, Inc. ClinQuestAI.com is part of the intellectual property portfolio, including filed patents and trade secret algorithms, for a real-time clinical trial contextual search engine.

8. External Links

ClinQuestAi.com may include hyperlinks to external sites like https://clinicaltrials.gov/ and other third-party websites, such as https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/, for additional information. Verada Holdings, Inc. is not responsible for the content, availability, or privacy practices of these external sites, and linking does not imply endorsement.

9. Termination of Access

Verada Holdings, Inc. reserves the right to suspend or terminate access for any user who violates these Terms and Conditions.

10. Governing Law

These Terms and Conditions are governed by the laws of the United States and the State of Florida. Any disputes will be resolved in a court of competent jurisdiction in Broward County, Florida.

11. Changes to Terms and Conditions

Verada Holdings, Inc. may update these terms at any time by posting the revised version on ClinQuestAi.com with the updated "Last Updated" date. Your continued use of the website or its data constitutes acceptance of the revised terms.