PGRP2026 – Data Protection Statement (GDPR)
The organizers of the Post-transcriptional Gene Regulation in Plants 2026 (PGRP2026) meeting are committed to protecting your personal data in accordance with the EU General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR).
1. Data Controller
The data controller for this event is the PGRP2026 Organising Committee, affiliated to IHSM La Mayora (CSIC–UMA), Málaga, Spain.ç
Contact: PGRP2026@viajeseci.es
2. What Data We Collect
When you register for the conference, submit an abstract, or contact us, we may collect the following information:
• Name, affiliation, country
• Email address and contact details
• Professional information (position, research area)
• Payment and invoicing information (processed securely through our payment provider)
• Submitted abstracts or presentation materials
• Dietary or accessibility requirements (optional and only with your consent)
3. Purpose of Data Processing
Your data will be used solely for:
• Managing event registration and abstract submission
• Communicating updates about the meeting
• Creating participant lists, name badges, and the abstract book
• Administrative and accounting purposes
• Providing certificates of attendance or presentation
We do not use your personal data for marketing outside the scope of this event and do not share it with third parties unless required for payment processing or legal compliance.
4. Legal Basis for Processing
Data is processed under:
• Art. 6(1)(b) GDPR – necessary for the performance of a contract (event registration)
• Art. 6(1)(a) GDPR – consent (dietary/accessibility information, photographs)
• Art. 6(1)(f) GDPR – legitimate interest (scientific communication and event management)
5. Data Retention
Personal data will be retained only for as long as necessary to manage the conference and comply with administrative obligations.
Abstracts included in the conference program may remain publicly accessible unless you request removal.
6. Photography & Recording
The conference may include photography or session recordings for documentation and communication purposes. You may opt out at any time by notifying the organisers.
7. Your Rights
Under GDPR, you have the right to:
• Access your personal data
• Request correction or deletion
• Withdraw consent at any time
• Request restriction of processing
• Object to processing
• Request data portability
To exercise these rights, please contact: PGRP2026@viajeseci.es
8. Third-Party Services
Secure third-party services may process some data on our behalf (e.g., payment providers, abstract management systems). These providers comply with GDPR regulations.
9. Security Measures
We implement appropriate technical and organisational measures to ensure your data remains secure and confidential.