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Copyright Law
The University Library does not provide legal consultancy regarding copyright issues but solely offers non-binding information and assistance for a better understanding of the German copyright law. All information is provided without liability on accuracy and comprehensiveness.
The German copyright law protects literary, scientific and art works. The copyright act is very extensive. It defines the rights of the author on reproduction, usage and presentation who is the sole holder of the rights on her/his elaboration. However, the limitations – so-called “barriers” – of the copyright law are of crucial importance as fortunately they make it possible to use limited parts of an elaboration for certain purposes without asking for consent of the authors or the publishers.
Students
Is it permitted to copy library media? What am I allowed to do with OPAL-materials?
The FAQ for students of Chemnitz University of Technology give answers to the most frequent questions.
Lecturers
Am I entitled to provide scanned materials for the students on OPAL? May I include texts of other authors in my teaching materials? The FAQ for lecturers of Chemnitz University of Technology give answers to the most frequent questions.
Researchers
Am I entitled to use photos or images of other authors for my publications? Are my research data protected by copyright law? The FAQ for researchers and authors of Chemnitz University of Technology give answers to the most frequent questions.
Reuse of free contents
As free content, also Open Content, content is designated whose usage and dissemination free of costs is permitted by copyright law. Get to know how you may find such contents and make further use of them.
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Further information and current publications with regard to the topic copyright law in science.
Contact
The Open-Science-Team offers individual consultancy and assistance around questions regarding copyright law to all members of Chemnitz University of Technology.