Our Privacy Policy

In the following data protection declaration we inform you about the most important aspects of data processing within our website.

We only collect and process personal data on our website in compliance with the relevant legal provisions (Basic Data Protection Regulation, Telecommunications Act 2003). Please be aware that when you access or visit our website as a user, your IP address, start and end of the session will be recorded for technical reasons. This is a legitimate interest as defined in Art. 6 (1) f DSGVO.

The Contact With Our Lab

Please be advised that in the event that you choose to contact us through either our website’s contact form or via email, the data you provide us with will be retained by our organization for a period of six months for the sole purpose of addressing your inquiry and any subsequent inquiries that may arise. It is important to note that your data will not be disclosed to any third parties without your express consent.

Cookies

Our website utilizes what are known as ‘cookies.’ These are small text files that are stored on your device through the use of your browser, and do not cause any harm. We utilize cookies to enhance the user-friendliness of our website. Some cookies are stored on your device until they are deleted, and allow us to recognize your browser during future visits.

If you prefer, you can adjust your browser settings to alert you when cookies are being used, and allow you to choose whether or not to accept them on a case-by-case basis. Please be aware that deactivating cookies may result in reduced functionality of our website.

Google Maps

Our website utilizes functions provided by the web mapping service ‘Google Maps.’ The service provider responsible for this function is Google Ireland Limited, located at Gordon House, Barrow Street, Dublin 4, Ireland, and can be reached at +353 1 543 1000. In order to use Google Maps, it is necessary to store and process your IP address.

Google typically transfers this data to a server located in the United States and stores it there. The operator of this homepage has no control over the transmission of this data, which is processed by the service provider mentioned above. The data processing is carried out in accordance with the legal provisions of § 96 para 3 TKG and Art 6 para 1 lit f (legitimate interest) of the DSGVO.The use of Google Maps increases the findability of the locations provided on our website.

Further information on the handling of user data by the service provider “Google” can be found in the data protection declaration: https://policies.google.com/privacy?hl=de

Google also processes data in the USA, but has submitted to the EU-US Privacy-Shield:
https://www.privacyshield.gov/EU-US-Framework

Google Fonts

Our website utilizes functions provided by the web mapping service ‘Google Fonts.’ The service provider responsible for this function is Google Ireland Limited, located at Gordon House, Barrow Street, Dublin 4, Ireland, and can be reached at +353 1 543 1000

As you visit this website, your browser will load and cache fonts. Please be aware that as you, a visitor to the website, receive data from the service provider, Google may set or analyze cookies on your computer. The use of ‘Google Fonts’ serves to optimize our service and provide a consistent presentation of content, and is considered a legitimate interest as defined in Art. 6 Para. 1 lit. f DSGVO.

You can find more information on Google Fonts at the following link
https://developers.google.com/fonts/faq

For further information on the handling of user data by Google, please refer to the privacy policy:
https://policies.google.com/privacy?hl=de 

Google also processes data in the USA, but has submitted to the EU-US Privacy-Shield.
https://www.privacyshield.gov/EU-US-Framework

Server Log Files

This website and its associated provider automatically collect certain information through the use of so-called server log files as you browse the website. This information includes: your IP address or host name, the browser you are using, the duration of your visit to the website, the date and time you accessed the pages of the website, your language settings and operating system, the page you left the website from (URL), and your Internet Service Provider (ISP).

Please note that this collected information is not processed in a manner that relates it to personal data and is not associated with personal data. The website operator reserves the right to evaluate or review this data if illegal activities are discovered

Your rights as a data subject

As a data subject, you have the following fundamental rights with regard to the data we have stored about you:

  • the right to receive information
  • the right to have data deleted
  • the right to correct data
  • the right to transfer data
  • the right to revoke and object to data processing
  • the right to request a restriction on data processing

If you suspect that there has been a violation of data protection law in the processing of your data, you have the option to file a complaint with us () or with the data protection authority.