Cookie policy

Data Controller

• Legal entity: Agencia Estatal Consejo Superior de Investigaciones Científicas (CSIC) — Instituto de Síntesis Química y Catálisis Homogénea (ISQCH)
• Tax identification number (CIF): Q2818002D
• Registered address: Instituto de Síntesis Química y Catálisis Homogénea, Facultad de Ciencias, Universidad de Zaragoza, C/ Pedro Cerbuna 12, 50009 Zaragoza, Spain

The Instituto de Síntesis Química y Catálisis Homogénea (ISQCH), a joint research institute of the Spanish National Research Council (CSIC) and the University of Zaragoza, collects and processes information in accordance with the terms set out in its Privacy Policy. One of the means by which such information is collected is the technology commonly referred to as “cookies”. This document sets out the categories of cookies employed on this website, the purposes for which they are used and the options available to Users in relation to their management.

1. Definition of a cookie

A cookie is a small text file stored in the User’s browser (for example, Google Chrome or Apple Safari) when accessing most websites. Cookies enable a website to retain and retrieve limited information about a User’s browsing session.

2. Information stored in cookies

Cookies do not, as a rule, store sensitive information concerning the User, such as payment card or banking details, images or personal identification data. The information they retain is generally of a technical, statistical or preference-related nature, including the personalisation of content.

3. Categories of cookies

Technical cookies. These are essential cookies that enable, among other functions, the differentiation between human visitors and automated applications, the distinction between anonymous and authenticated Users, and the performance of the operations required for the proper functioning of a dynamic website.
Analytics cookies. These collect information regarding browsing behaviour, including the sections most frequently accessed, the content consulted, the time of access and the language selected.
Advertising cookies. These serve advertising content on the basis of the User’s browsing activity, country of origin, language and similar parameters.

4. Cookies subject to consent and exempt cookies

In accordance with the applicable European Union framework and the guidance issued by the Spanish Data Protection Agency (AEPD), analytics cookies and advertising and affiliate cookies require the informed consent of the User. Technical cookies and those strictly necessary for the operation of the website or for the provision of a service expressly requested by the User are exempt from this requirement.

5. Cookies used on this website

This website uses first-party technical cookies only. No third-party cookies are employed. The cookies in use are set out below.

First-party cookies

Preferences. These cookies allow the website to retain the User’s settings and preferences, such as the language selected and privacy configuration.

Third-party cookies

No third-party cookies are used on this website.

6. Management and deletion of cookies

Cookies may be deleted and may also be blocked, either in general terms or in respect of a specific domain. To delete cookies associated with a given website, the User should access the settings of their browser, locate the cookies corresponding to the relevant domain and proceed to remove them.

7. Further information

Users may consult the guidance on cookies published by the Spanish Data Protection Agency in its Guide on the use of cookies, and may obtain further general information at http://www.aboutcookies.org/
Users seeking additional control over the installation of cookies may install browser programs or extensions known as “Do Not Track” tools, which allow the User to select which cookies are permitted.

8. Contact and data protection rights

Enquiries relating to this Cookie Policy, or to the exercise of data protection rights, may be addressed to the ISQCH at the postal address indicated above or to the CSIC Data Protection Officer.