Last updated: May 20, 2026
VU Lab respects the privacy of visitors to this website. This page explains what information may be collected when you visit the site, how it may be used, and how to contact us with questions.
Information We Collect
This website is primarily a static academic lab website. You can browse the site without creating an account or submitting personal information.
We may receive personal information only when you choose to provide it, such as when you email the lab, inquire about joining the group, request collaboration, or submit information through any linked form or external service.
Like most websites, our hosting provider or site tools may collect basic technical information automatically, such as IP address, browser type, device information, referring pages, pages visited, and timestamps. This information is generally used to operate the site, understand traffic, diagnose technical issues, and improve the website.
How We Use Information
We may use information you provide to:
- Respond to inquiries, collaboration requests, and student opportunities.
- Maintain and improve the website.
- Share relevant lab, research, or academic information when appropriate.
- Protect the security and integrity of the website.
We do not sell personal information.
Cookies and Analytics
This site may use cookies or analytics tools if enabled in the site configuration. These tools can help us understand aggregate site usage, such as which pages are visited most often. You can usually disable or limit cookies through your browser settings.
Third-Party Links and Services
This site links to third-party services and external websites, including research project pages, GitHub, Hugging Face, Google Scholar, publishers, conference websites, and Case Western Reserve University pages. These third-party sites have their own privacy practices, and VU Lab is not responsible for their content or privacy policies.
Some project pages may include embedded media, scripts, fonts, or other resources loaded from third-party providers. Visiting those pages may allow those providers to collect information according to their own policies.
Research Data and Publications
This website may link to papers, code, datasets, benchmarks, or project materials. Any research dataset, platform, or external repository may have separate terms, licenses, or privacy considerations. Please review the relevant project or repository page before using linked materials.
Data Retention
We keep voluntarily provided information only as long as reasonably needed for the purpose for which it was provided, such as responding to an email or maintaining academic records related to collaborations and recruitment.
Security
We use reasonable efforts to maintain the security of the website and communications. However, no website or internet transmission can be guaranteed to be completely secure.
Children’s Privacy
This website is intended for a general academic and research audience. It is not directed to children under 13, and we do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13.
Case Western Reserve University
VU Lab is affiliated with Case Western Reserve University. For institutional privacy practices, please review CWRU’s Website Privacy Statement and related university privacy notices:
Changes to This Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Changes will be posted on this page with an updated date.
Contact
If you have questions about this Privacy Policy or the VU Lab website, please contact yu.yin@case.edu.