Life Science Research Communications (LSRC), hosted under ScienScript Digital Pte Ltd., operates this privacy Policy in connection with our website (https://lifesci.com.sg) and other LSRC platforms. Our commitment to protecting your personal information is unwavering, and we prioritize privacy matters.
This Policy outlines our protocols concerning your personal information, detailing how we collect, utilize, and share it, as well as your entitlements regarding the personal information we gather during your interaction with our Services. By providing information and/or engaging in transactions, you implicitly consent to the collection and utilization of your personal information as outlined in this Privacy Policy.
WHAT DO WE DO WITH YOUR INFORMATION?
When you submit a manuscript via the portal, as part of the submission process, we collect the personal information you provide to us, such as your name, affiliation, email address, and contact details. During your interaction with our platform, the data is stored in order to retrieve the manuscript and author details.
Email communication (if applicable): Subject to your consent, we may send you emails regarding updates on manuscript submissions, new publication opportunities, and other relevant information related to our platform and services.
CONSENT
How do we obtain your consent? When you provide us with personal information for the purpose of submitting a manuscript to Life Science Research Communications (LSRC), whether it’s to complete the submission process, verify your identity, or correspond regarding the status of your submission, your action implies consent for LSRC to collect and utilize that information solely for the purpose of managing manuscript submissions. In cases where LSRC may seek your personal information for additional purposes, such as communication about new journal features or updates, we will either directly request your explicit consent or provide you with the option to decline.
How can you withdraw your consent? If, after granting consent, you decide to withdraw it, you retain the right to do so at any time. You may withdraw your consent for LSRC to contact you or continue to collect, use, or disclose your information by contacting us via email at editorial.office@lifesci.com.sg.
DISCLOSURE
We may disclose your personal information if compelled to do so by law or if you violate our Terms of Service.
THIRD-PARTY SERVICES
Our use of third-party providers is limited to essential services required for our operations. While these providers only access, use, and disclose your information to the extent necessary to perform their services for us, it’s important to note that they may have their own privacy policies governing your information. We recommend reviewing their policies to understand how your personal information will be handled.
Please be aware that certain providers may be located in jurisdictions different from yours or ours. Thus, if you engage in a transaction involving a third-party service provider, your information may become subject to the laws of the jurisdiction(s) in which the provider operates.
Upon leaving our website or being redirected to a third-party site, you are no longer governed by our Privacy Policy or Terms of Service. We advise reviewing the privacy statements of other sites you visit.
SECURITY
We employ reasonable measures and adhere to industry best practices to safeguard your personal information against unauthorized access, disclosure, alteration, or destruction.
COOKIES
Cookies are utilized solely to maintain your session as a user and are not employed to personally identify you on other websites.
AGE OF CONSENT
By utilizing our site, you affirm that you have reached the age of majority in your state or province of residence, or that you possess the necessary consent from a parent or guardian to allow any minor dependents to use this site.
CHANGES TO THIS PRIVACY POLICY
We retain the right to amend this privacy policy as needed, and thus we advise you to review it regularly. Any alterations or clarifications will become effective immediately upon their posting on the website. In the event of significant changes to this policy, we will provide notification here to inform you of the updates, ensuring that you remain informed about the information we collect, how we utilize it, and any circumstances under which we may use and/or disclose it.
If our organization undergoes an acquisition or merger with another company, your information may be transferred to the new owners to enable us to continue providing products or services to you.
QUESTIONS AND CONTACT INFORMATION
If you wish to access, correct, amend, or delete any personal information we hold about you, register a complaint, or simply seek further information, please contact our Privacy Compliance Officer at: editorial.office@lifesci.com.sg