Privacy Policy

At Philips Medical Research Israel ("we", "us", "our"), we are committed to protecting your privacy and handling your personal data with transparency. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you interact with our website, contact our team, or collaborate on research initiatives.

1. Information We Collect

We may collect the following categories of personal data:

• Identity Data: Name, professional title, institution/organization, and other identifiers (e.g., when you contact Meni Dalton or other staff).
• Contact Data: Email address, phone number (including +972733998122), and physical address (e.g., 9 Endy Sacharov St., Haifa).
• Technical Data: IP address, browser type, device information, and usage statistics collected via cookies or analytics tools.
• Research & Communication Data: Information you provide through inquiries, partnership requests, or research collaboration forms.

2. How We Use Your Information

We use your personal data for legitimate business and research purposes, including:

• Responding to your inquiries, collaboration proposals, or requests for information about our medical research projects.
• Managing and facilitating research partnerships, clinical studies, and innovation programs.
• Improving our website, services, and communication strategies.
• Complying with legal obligations, regulatory requirements, and protecting our rights.
• Occasionally sending updates about research breakthroughs, events, or opportunities (you may opt out at any time).

3. Legal Basis for Processing (GDPR & Israeli Law)

We process your personal data based on one or more of the following legal grounds: your consent (where required), the performance of a contract, compliance with a legal obligation, or our legitimate interests in advancing medical research and operating our business efficiently.

4. Sharing Your Information

We do not sell your personal data. However, we may share information with:

• Affiliates & Partners: Within the Philips group or trusted research collaborators under strict confidentiality agreements.
• Service Providers: IT hosting, CRM, analytics, and communication platforms that support our operations.
• Legal & Regulatory Authorities: If required by Israeli law, European regulations, or to protect safety, rights, or property.
• Professional Advisors: Including legal counsel, auditors, and compliance officers.

All third parties are obligated to respect the security of your personal data and process it only on our instructions.

5. Data Security & Retention

We implement appropriate technical and organizational measures to protect your personal data from unauthorized access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction. Your information is retained only as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes described in this policy or as required by applicable laws (e.g., medical research record-keeping, tax, or compliance regulations).

6. Your Data Protection Rights

Depending on your jurisdiction (including under the Israeli Privacy Protection Law, 5741-1981, and the EU General Data Protection Regulation where applicable), you may have the right to:

• Request access to the personal data we hold about you.
• Request correction of inaccurate or incomplete information.
• Request deletion of your data ("right to be forgotten") under certain circumstances.
• Object to or restrict processing activities.
• Data portability (receive a copy of your data in a structured format).
• Withdraw consent at any time (where processing is based on consent).

To exercise any of these rights, please contact our Data Privacy Officer using the details in section 8.

7. Cookies & Tracking Technologies

Our website uses essential cookies to ensure proper functionality and security. We may also use analytical cookies to understand how visitors interact with our site, improving user experience. You can manage cookie preferences through your browser settings. For more details, please contact us.

8. International Data Transfers

As part of a global research network, your information may be transferred to and processed in countries outside of Israel (including the European Economic Area or the United States). We ensure appropriate safeguards, such as Standard Contractual Clauses or equivalent protections, are in place to maintain data security and your rights.

9. Third-Party Links

Our website may contain links to external sites (e.g., scientific publications, partner institutions). This Privacy Policy does not apply to those third-party websites. We encourage you to review their privacy policies before providing any personal information.

10. Children's Privacy

Our research and services are directed toward healthcare professionals, researchers, institutions, and adults. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 16. If you believe we have inadvertently collected such data, please contact us immediately for removal.

11. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices, legal requirements, or operational needs. The latest version will always be posted on this page with the "last updated" date. We encourage you to review it periodically.

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By using our website and engaging with Philips Medical Research, you acknowledge that you have read and understood this Privacy Policy.

If you have any concerns, questions, or requests regarding your privacy or personal data, please do not hesitate to contact Meni Dalton directly at +972 73-399-8101 or via email at meni.dalton@philips.com. We are committed to resolving any privacy issues promptly and transparently.