Privacy Policy – NLO microscopy

Effective Date: June 06, 2023

Owner and Data Controller:
Nonlinear Optical Microscopy Society
Represented by: Prof. Dario Polli, Dipartimento di Fisica, Politecnico di Milano, Piazza L. da Vinci 32, 20133 Milano (Italy)

This Privacy Policy describes how Nonlinear Optical Microscopy Society (“we,” “us,” or “our”) collects, uses, and protects the personal data of individuals (“you” or “users”) when you visit and use our website www.nlo-microscopy.org (the “Website”). We are committed to ensuring the privacy and security of your personal data. By using our Website, you consent to the collection and use of your personal data as described in this Privacy Policy.

Types of Data Collected:
We may collect personal data such as your name, email address, affiliation, and research interests. This information is collected when you voluntarily provide it to us for the purpose of receiving updates, newsletters, event information, and other relevant communications from Nonlinear Optical Microscopy Society.

Use of Personal Data:
We use the personal data we collect to provide you with updates, newsletters, event information, and other communications related to the activities and initiatives of Nonlinear Optical Microscopy Society. We may also use your personal data to conduct web surveys and communicate regarding possible collaborations or expertise exchange.

Legal Basis for Processing:
The legal basis for processing your personal data is your explicit consent, which you provide when you voluntarily submit your information through our website. You have the right to withdraw your consent at any time, without affecting the lawfulness of the processing based on your previous consent, by contacting us using the contact details provided in this Privacy Policy or by clicking the proper link in the footer of our emails.

Data Sharing:
Your personal data may be accessed and processed by authorized personnel and third-party service providers who assist us in carrying out the processing activities necessary to fulfill the purposes described in this Privacy Policy. We may also disclose your personal data to public bodies or judicial authorities when required by law or to prevent or suppress the commission of a crime.

Data Retention:
We will retain your personal data for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes for which it was collected, as well as to comply with legal obligations. After the retention period expires, your personal data will be securely deleted.

Your Rights:
You have the right to access, rectify, restrict, and delete your personal data held by us. You also have the right to receive your personal data in a structured, commonly used, and machine-readable format. You may exercise these rights by contacting us using the contact details provided in this Privacy Policy.

Security Measures:
We take appropriate security measures to protect your personal data from unauthorized access, disclosure, modification, or destruction. These measures include the use of secure servers, encryption, and restricted access to personal data.

Changes to this Privacy Policy:
We reserve the right to modify or update this Privacy Policy at any time. We will notify you of any changes by posting the updated Privacy Policy on our Website. We encourage you to review this Privacy Policy periodically for any changes.

Contact Us:
If you have any questions or concerns about this Privacy Policy or our data practices, please contact us at:

Nonlinear Optical Microscopy Society, email: info@nlo-microscopy.org

Last Updated: June 07, 2023