Privacy Policy

Last Updated: January 15, 2025*

Melaram Lab is committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you visit our website, use our services, or communicate with us.

Information We Collect

We may collect information about you in a variety of ways, including:

Personal Data: Name, email address, phone number, institutional affiliation, and other contact information you voluntarily provide
Usage Data: Information about how you access and use our website and research resources
Communication Data: Records of your communications with us regarding research inquiries, collaboration requests, or other professional matters
Research Data: Information related to research collaborations, publications, and academic interactions

How We Use Your Information

We use the information we collect to:

Provide and maintain our research services and website functionality
Communicate with you about research opportunities, publications, and academic collaborations
Send important updates and administrative information
Respond to your inquiries and provide research support
Improve our services, website functionality, and research dissemination
Facilitate academic networking and professional development opportunities

Information Sharing and Third Parties

We do not sell, trade, or otherwise transfer your personal information to third parties without your consent, except as described in this policy.

We may share your information with:

Research collaborators and academic partners (with appropriate agreements and safeguards)
Service providers who assist in our website operations and research activities
Legal authorities when required by law or to protect our rights
Third parties with your explicit consent

Research Data and Publications

When you collaborate with us on research projects:

All research data will be handled according to established academic and ethical standards
Personal information will be de-identified in research publications and presentations
We follow institutional review board (IRB) guidelines and obtain appropriate consents
Data sharing agreements will be established for collaborative research projects

Data Security

We implement appropriate technical and organizational measures to protect your personal information against unauthorized access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction. This includes secure data storage, encrypted communications, and restricted access protocols.

Your Rights

You have the right to:

Access, correct, or delete your personal information
Opt out of communications
Request information about how we use your data
Withdraw consent for data processing where applicable
Request data portability for research collaborations

Contact Us

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

Email: privacy@melaramlab.com
Research Inquiries: contact@melaramlab.com
Principal Investigator: Dr. Rajesh Melaram
Institutional Affiliation: Texas A&M University-Corpus Christi

Mailing Address:
Melaram Lab
College of Nursing and Health Sciences
Texas A&M University-Corpus Christi
6300 Ocean Drive
Corpus Christi, TX 78412

Changes to This Policy

* We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices or legal requirements. We will notify you of any material changes by posting the new Privacy Policy on this page and updating the "Last Updated" date. We encourage you to review this Privacy Policy periodically to stay informed about how we protect your information.