Privacy Policy

Introduction

Mildmay Research Centre Uganda is committed to protecting the privacy of visitors to this website. This policy explains what information we collect, how we use it and the measures we take to safeguard it. By using this website, you agree to the practices described below.

Information We Collect

This website may collect the following types of information from visitors.

When you submit an enquiry through our contact form, we collect the personal details you provide, including your name, email address, enquiry type and the content of your message. This information is used solely to respond to your enquiry and route it to the appropriate department within MRCU.

Like most websites, our server may automatically record standard technical information such as your IP address, browser type, referring page and the date and time of your visit. This information is used for website administration, security monitoring and aggregate statistical analysis. It is not linked to personally identifiable information.

How We Use Your Information

Information collected through this website is used to respond to enquiries submitted through the contact form, to improve the content and usability of the website, and to maintain the security and proper functioning of our web infrastructure. MRCU does not sell, trade or rent personal information to third parties.

Cookies

This website may use cookies to enhance the user experience. Cookies are small text files stored on your device by your web browser. You can configure your browser to refuse cookies, although this may limit certain website functionality.

Third-Party Links

This website contains links to external websites, including partner institutions, publication databases and research platforms. MRCU is not responsible for the privacy practices or content of those external sites. We encourage visitors to review the privacy policies of any third-party sites they visit.

Research Data Privacy

This privacy policy applies to the institutional website only. The collection, storage and use of research data, clinical information and participant data are governed by separate research ethics protocols approved by the Mildmay Uganda Research Ethics Committee and the Uganda National Council for Science and Technology. Research participants are informed of data handling practices through the informed consent process.

Data Security

MRCU takes reasonable technical and organisational measures to protect information collected through this website against unauthorised access, alteration, disclosure or destruction. However, no method of electronic storage or internet transmission is completely secure, and MRCU cannot guarantee absolute security.

Changes to This Policy

MRCU reserves the right to update this privacy policy at any time. Changes will be posted on this page with the date of the most recent revision. Continued use of the website following any changes constitutes acceptance of the updated policy.

Contact

For questions about this privacy policy or how your information is handled, please contact the MRCU Administration office at +256 392 174236 or write to P.O. Box 24985, Kampala, Uganda.

Last updated: May 2026