The Advanced Networking Laboratory at Hokkaido University (hereinafter referred to as “the Laboratory”) handles personal information collected through the Laboratory’s website, inquiry forms, and other means in accordance with the following policy.
1. Personal Information We Collect
The Laboratory may collect personal information, including your name, affiliation, email address, and other information necessary to respond to inquiries, including inquiries regarding prospective affiliation with or assignment to the Laboratory.
2. Purposes of Use
The personal information collected by the Laboratory will be used for the following purposes:
- To respond to inquiries and provide necessary communications;
- To communicate with individuals interested in joining or being assigned to the Laboratory, including arranging interviews and coordinating schedules; and
- To carry out other activities incidental to the purposes described above.
The Laboratory will not use personal information for purposes other than those stated above.
3. Disclosure to Third Parties
The Laboratory will not disclose or provide personal information to any third party without the consent of the individual concerned, except where such disclosure or provision is required or permitted by applicable laws and regulations.
4. Management of Personal Information
The Laboratory will take appropriate measures to manage personal information and endeavor to prevent unauthorized access, loss, leakage, or other improper handling of such information.
5. Retention and Deletion of Personal Information
Personal information will be retained only for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes for which it was collected. Once the information is no longer required for such purposes, it will be deleted or otherwise disposed of in an appropriate manner.
6. Inquiries
For inquiries regarding this Privacy Policy or the Laboratory’s handling of personal information, please contact us using the inquiry form provided on this website.
7. Changes to This Privacy Policy
The Laboratory may revise this Privacy Policy as necessary. Any changes will be posted on the Laboratory’s website.
Effective Date: September 16, 2026