Privacy Policy
The International Symposium on Superconductivity (ISS) is committed to protecting your personal information in compliance with applicable privacy laws and regulations, including the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) and the Act on the Protection of Personal Information of Japan. We acquire, use, and manage personal information according to the following terms:
1. Acquisition of Personal Information and Purpose of Use
The ISS will obtain personal information (such as name, address, affiliation, telephone number, e-mail address, etc.) from participants of the International Symposium on Superconductivity.
The ISS uses this information for the following purposes:
- Visa application procedures
- Confirmation of registration and banquet fees
- Payment of honorariums to invited and plenary speakers
- Organization of symposium programs
- Review of abstracts and proceedings
- Communication regarding participation and related information
- Other necessary operations for the preparation and management of the symposium
2. Limitations on Use and Provision
The ISS will not use the acquired personal information for purposes other than those stated above.
The ISS will not provide personal information to third parties without consent, except when required by law or regulations.
3. Management of Personal Information
The ISS takes appropriate measures to ensure the accuracy and security of personal information and to prevent unauthorized access, loss, destruction, falsification, or leakage.
4. Retention Period
Personal information will be retained only for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes stated above and will be securely deleted thereafter.
5. Cookies and Website Analytics
The ISS website may use cookies and analytics tools to improve user experience and symposium operations. These tools do not collect personal data without your consent. You can disable cookies through your browser settings.
6. Legal Compliance
The ISS complies with all applicable privacy laws and regulations, including GDPR and the Act on the Protection of Personal Information of Japan.
7. Inquiries
For questions or requests regarding your personal information, please contact:
ISS Secretariat Email: info4iss(at)iss-board.org