Disclaimer

1. Not Medical Advice

Always consult with qualified healthcare professionals before making any decisions related to your health or medical treatment. If you have a medical emergency, call your local emergency number immediately.

The Service does not:

• Provide personalized medical advice
• Consider your individual medical history, conditions, or circumstances
• Replace the expertise and judgment of licensed medical professionals
• Guarantee the accuracy or completeness of medical information
• Endorse any specific treatments, medications, or therapies

2. AI-Generated Content Limitations

Research Consensus Explorer uses artificial intelligence (AI) and large language models (LLMs) to analyze and classify research papers. While we strive for accuracy, AI systems have inherent limitations:

2.1 Potential for Errors

• Misclassification: AI may incorrectly classify a paper's stance (supporting, refuting, or neutral)
• Hallucinations: AI may generate plausible-sounding but incorrect information
• Context Misunderstanding: AI may misinterpret nuanced or complex scientific arguments
• Bias: AI models may reflect biases present in their training data
• Outdated Information: AI models have knowledge cutoff dates and may not reflect the latest research

2.2 Not Peer-Reviewed

The summaries and analyses generated by our AI are not peer-reviewed and should not be treated as authoritative scientific statements. Always:

• Review the original research papers directly
• Consult with subject matter experts
• Consider multiple sources of information
• Verify critical information independently

2.3 Evolving Technology

AI technology is rapidly evolving. We continuously work to improve accuracy, but we cannot guarantee that our AI will always produce correct or complete results. We may update our AI models, which could change how papers are classified.

3. Research Data Limitations

3.1 Incomplete Coverage

The Service searches public databases (primarily PubMed, arXiv, and Semantic Scholar). This means:

• Not all published research is included
• Proprietary or paywalled research may be excluded
• Non-English publications may be underrepresented
• Recent research may not yet be indexed
• Unpublished or preprint research may have different quality standards

3.2 Search Limitations

• Search results depend on the quality and specificity of your query
• Different search terms may yield different results
• The Service may not find all relevant papers
• Search algorithms may prioritize certain types of papers over others

3.3 Publication Bias

Scientific literature suffers from publication bias:

• Positive results are more likely to be published than negative results
• Industry-funded research may have conflicts of interest
• Controversial topics may have polarized research communities
• Replication studies are often underrepresented

Our Service reflects these biases present in the underlying literature.

3.4 Quality Variation

Not all research papers have equal quality or reliability:

• Study design, sample size, and methodology vary widely
• Preprints have not undergone peer review
• Retracted papers may still appear in search results
• Conflicts of interest may not always be disclosed

We provide metadata (journal, year, study type) to help you assess quality, but you should critically evaluate each paper.

4. Consensus Interpretation

The "consensus" presented by the Service is a computational summary based on AI classification of available papers. It is NOT:

• An official scientific consensus from professional organizations
• A definitive answer to your question
• A guarantee of what future research will show
• A substitute for systematic reviews or meta-analyses
• A reflection of expert opinion or clinical guidelines

Scientific consensus evolves as new evidence emerges. What appears to be a consensus today may change with future research.

Interpreting Results

When interpreting consensus results, consider:

• Sample Size: More papers generally provide more reliable consensus
• Recency: Newer research may reflect current understanding better
• Study Quality: Randomized controlled trials and meta-analyses carry more weight
• Consistency: Consistent findings across multiple studies are more reliable
• Context: Research findings may apply differently to different populations or contexts

5. No Professional Relationship

Use of the Service does not create any professional relationship between you and Research Consensus Explorer, including:

• Doctor-patient relationship
• Attorney-client relationship
• Financial advisor-client relationship
• Therapist-patient relationship
• Any other professional-client relationship

We do not provide personalized advice or recommendations. All information is general in nature.

6. Third-Party Content

The Service displays content from third-party sources (research papers, abstracts, metadata):

• We do not control or verify the accuracy of third-party content
• We are not responsible for errors or omissions in source material
• Links to external websites are provided for convenience only
• We do not endorse third-party content, products, or services
• Third-party content is subject to copyright and licensing by its owners

7. No Guarantees

We make no guarantees or warranties about:

• Accuracy: Information may be incorrect, incomplete, or outdated
• Reliability: The Service may experience downtime or technical issues
• Completeness: Search results may not include all relevant research
• Timeliness: Information may not reflect the latest developments
• Suitability: Information may not be appropriate for your specific situation

THE SERVICE IS PROVIDED "AS IS" WITHOUT WARRANTIES OF ANY KIND. See our Terms of Service for full legal disclaimers.

8. Limitation of Liability

TO THE MAXIMUM EXTENT PERMITTED BY LAW, RESEARCH CONSENSUS EXPLORER SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR ANY DAMAGES ARISING FROM:

• Use or reliance on information provided by the Service
• Decisions made based on the Service's output
• Errors, omissions, or inaccuracies in the Service
• Unavailability or interruption of the Service
• Any other use of the Service

You use the Service at your own risk. See our Terms of Service for complete limitation of liability provisions.

9. Specific Use Cases

9.1 Medical and Health Topics

9.2 Legal Topics

Information about legal topics is for educational purposes only and does not constitute legal advice. Consult a licensed attorney for legal matters.

9.3 Financial Topics

Information about financial topics is for educational purposes only and does not constitute financial advice. Consult a licensed financial advisor for investment or financial planning decisions.

9.4 Mental Health Topics

Information about mental health is for educational purposes only. If you are experiencing a mental health crisis, contact a mental health professional or crisis hotline immediately.

10. Reporting Issues

If you notice errors, inaccuracies, or concerning content in the Service, please report them to us:

11. Changes to This Disclaimer

We may update this Disclaimer from time to time. The "Last Updated" date at the top indicates when changes were made. Your continued use of the Service after changes constitutes acceptance of the updated Disclaimer.

12. Acknowledgment