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Creative Commons Attribution-NonCommercial-NoDerivatives 4.0 International (CC BY-NC-ND 4.0)

OFFICIAL LICENSE

This is a human-readable summary of (and not a substitute for) the license. The full legal text is available at:

https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc-nd/4.0/legalcode

YOU ARE FREE TO:

Share — copy and redistribute the material in any medium or format

The licensor cannot revoke these freedoms as long as you follow the license terms.

UNDER THE FOLLOWING TERMS:

Attribution — You must give appropriate credit, provide a link to the license, and indicate if changes were made. You may do so in any reasonable manner, but not in any way that suggests the licensor endorses you or your use.

NonCommercial — You may not use the material for commercial purposes.

NoDerivatives — If you remix, transform, or build upon the material, you may not distribute the modified material.

No additional restrictions — You may not apply legal terms or technological measures that legally restrict others from doing anything the license permits.

NOTICES:

You do not have to comply with the license for elements of the material in the public domain or where your use is permitted by an applicable exception or limitation.

No warranties are given. The license may not give you all of the permissions necessary for your intended use. For example, other rights such as publicity, privacy, or moral rights may limit how you use the material.

OMEGA v23.6 FRAMEWORK SPECIFIC TERMS

What You CAN Do (Free & Permitted):

✅ Read and Study: Access and study the Omega v23.6 framework for personal learning

✅ Academic Research: Use in non-commercial academic research and validation studies

✅ Educational Use: Teach about the framework in educational contexts (universities, workshops)

✅ Share: Distribute copies of the original framework with proper attribution

✅ Cite: Reference in publications, presentations, and academic papers

✅ Collaborate: Participate in research partnerships and validation studies (contact required)

What You CANNOT Do Without Permission:

❌ Commercial Use: Use the framework for profit-generating activities without a commercial license

❌ Modify: Create derivative works, adaptations, or modified versions of the framework

❌ Remove Attribution: Claim the framework as your own or remove author credit

❌ Sublicense: Grant licenses to third parties or sell access to the framework

❌ Integrate into Paid Products: Incorporate into commercial software, apps, or services without license

What Requires a Commercial License:

COMMERCIAL — Organizations using Omega for:

  • Staff assessment and development programs
  • Client consulting and implementation
  • Integration into commercial products or services
  • White-label offerings or SaaS platforms

COMMERCIAL — Therapy Platforms integrating Omega into:

  • Online therapy platforms
  • Assessment tools
  • Progress tracking software

COMMERCIAL — Consulting Firms using Omega for:

  • Client deliverables
  • Organizational assessments
  • Executive coaching programs

COMMERCIAL — Insurance/Healthcare using Omega for:

  • Risk assessment models
  • Patient outcome prediction
  • Healthcare analytics

COMMERCIAL — Technology Companies integrating Omega into:

  • HR tech platforms
  • Leadership development tools
  • AI ethics frameworks

COMMERCIAL LICENSING

For commercial use, please contact:

Email: indigecko@gmail.com
Subject: "Omega Commercial Licensing Inquiry - [Your Organization]"

Commercial License Tiers:

Starter: $2,000/month

  • Up to 50 employees
  • Quarterly assessments
  • Basic support

Professional: $5,000/month

  • Up to 200 employees
  • Monthly pulse checks
  • Priority support

Enterprise: $10,000+/month

  • Unlimited employees
  • Custom dashboards
  • API access
  • Dedicated support

Custom Licensing:

  • White-label agreements
  • Revenue sharing models
  • Research partnerships
  • Educational institution licenses

PROPER ATTRIBUTION

Required Citation Format:

APA (7th Edition):

Hahn, E. J. (2026). Omega v23.6: Universal framework for predicting viability and collapse. 
Open Science Framework. https://osf.io/meq4o

BibTeX:

@misc{Hahn2026Omega,
  author = {Hahn, Ernest Jacob},
  title = {Omega v23.6: Universal Framework for Predicting Viability and Collapse},
  year = {2026},
  month = {January},
  publisher = {Open Science Framework},
  url = {https://osf.io/meq4o},
  note = {CC-BY-NC-ND 4.0 International}
}

When Sharing:

Always include:

  1. Author name: Ernest Jacob Hahn
  2. Framework name: Omega v23.6
  3. Link to source: https://osf.io/meq4o
  4. License: CC-BY-NC-ND 4.0 International

ACADEMIC AND RESEARCH USE

Permitted Without Additional Permission:

✅ Validation Studies: Test and validate the framework in your domain

✅ Replication Research: Replicate findings and verify predictive accuracy

✅ Theory Development: Cite and build theoretical arguments around Omega

✅ Educational Materials: Use in course materials, lectures, and seminars

✅ Publications: Cite in academic papers, theses, and dissertations

Encouraged Collaboration:

The author welcomes collaboration on:

  • Phase 0-4 validation studies
  • Domain-specific applications
  • Cross-cultural validation
  • Measurement protocol refinement
  • Co-authored publications

Contact: indigecko@gmail.com

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

Can I use Omega in my therapy practice?

  • Non-commercial practice: Yes, for assessment and clinical decision-making
  • Paid services: Requires commercial license if you charge clients specifically for Omega assessments or integrate it into paid programs

Can I teach about Omega in my university course?

YES, educational use is permitted. You may:

  • Assign readings from the framework
  • Discuss constructs and applications
  • Assign validation projects to students
  • No commercial license required for teaching

Can I validate Omega in my research?

YES, academic validation is encouraged and permitted free of charge. Please:

  • Cite the framework properly
  • Share findings with the author
  • Consider co-authorship if substantial collaboration occurs

Can I modify Omega for my research?

NO, the NoDerivatives clause prohibits modifications. However:

  • You can apply Omega to new contexts
  • You can validate Omega with new data
  • You can test Omega's predictions
  • Contact the author for permission to create derivative works

Can I create an app using Omega?

NO without a commercial license. If your app generates revenue or is used in a commercial context, you need licensing. Contact indigecko@gmail.com for app licensing terms.

Can I share Omega with colleagues?

YES, you can share the original framework with proper attribution. You may:

  • Email PDFs or links to colleagues
  • Present findings in academic settings
  • Post links on social media or websites
  • Include in resource lists or bibliographies

Can I translate Omega into another language?

NO without permission (derivative work). However, the author may grant translation rights for specific languages. Contact indigecko@gmail.com for translation permission.

What happens if I violate the license?

Violating the license terms:

  • Terminates your rights under CC-BY-NC-ND 4.0
  • May result in legal action for copyright infringement
  • Requires cessation of unauthorized use
  • May require financial remediation

REPORTING VIOLATIONS

If you become aware of unauthorized commercial use, modifications, or attribution violations, please report to:

Email: indigecko@gmail.com
Subject: "License Violation Report - Omega v23.6"

Include:

  • Description of violation
  • Location/URL where violation occurs
  • Your contact information (optional)

LICENSE HISTORY

FULL LEGAL TEXT

The complete legal text of the CC-BY-NC-ND 4.0 International license is available at:

https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc-nd/4.0/legalcode

This document is a human-readable summary and does not replace the full legal text. In case of any discrepancy, the official Creative Commons legal code governs.

CONTACT INFORMATION

Framework Author: Ernest Jacob Hahn
Email: indigecko@gmail.com
OSF Project: https://osf.io/meq4o
GitHub: https://github.com/glowsatnight
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ernest-hahn-2392241a6

For inquiries:

DISCLAIMER

THE OMEGA v23.6 FRAMEWORK IS PROVIDED "AS IS", WITHOUT WARRANTY OF ANY KIND, EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO THE WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY, FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE AND NONINFRINGEMENT. IN NO EVENT SHALL THE AUTHOR BE LIABLE FOR ANY CLAIM, DAMAGES OR OTHER LIABILITY, WHETHER IN AN ACTION OF CONTRACT, TORT OR OTHERWISE, ARISING FROM, OUT OF OR IN CONNECTION WITH THE FRAMEWORK OR THE USE OR OTHER DEALINGS IN THE FRAMEWORK.

The framework is intended for research, educational, and clinical decision support purposes. It should not be used as the sole basis for critical decisions affecting human welfare without appropriate professional judgment and ethical oversight.

Last Updated: January 19, 2026
License Version: CC-BY-NC-ND 4.0 International
Status: Active and Enforceable