Privacy Policy

Last updated: January 2026

Information We Collect

We collect information you provide directly to us, such as when you create an account, update your profile, submit research, participate in forum discussions, or contact us. This may include:

  • Account Information: Name, email address, phone number, university affiliation, and role (student/alumni/researcher).
  • Profile Information: Headline, bio, profile picture, skills, education, work experience, and social links.
  • Content: Forum posts, comments, research submissions, messages, and project applications.

How We Use Your Information

We use the information we collect to:

  • Provide, maintain, and improve our services.
  • Connect you with researchers, mentors, and research projects.
  • Send notifications about events, new research, and platform updates.
  • Facilitate forum discussions and messaging between members.

Data Security

We implement appropriate security measures to protect your personal information. However, no method of transmission over the internet is 100% secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.

Contact Us

If you have questions about this Privacy Policy, please contact us.