Privacy Policy
Overview
This Privacy Statement explains how the Human Values Project (“HVP,” “we,” “us,” or “our”) collects, uses, and protects information from researchers and visitors (“you” or “your”) who access our website or participate in our research on AI alignment and human values in healthcare settings.
Information We Collect
1 · Research Data
- Identified clinical decision-making data
- Survey responses regarding value alignment
- Feedback on AI system behaviour
- Voluntarily provided demographic information
2 · Website Usage Data
When you visit our site we collect standard log data, including:
- Anonymised IP address
- Browser type and version
- Pages visited
- Date and time of visit
3 · Analytics
We use Google Analytics to understand usage patterns. Data collected by this service is anonymised and cannot be used to identify you personally.
How We Use Information
- Conducting research on AI alignment and human values
- Improving understanding of clinical decision-making processes
- Developing frameworks for ethical AI implementation
- Producing aggregated statistical analyses and research reports
- Maintaining and improving website functionality
Data Protection
We employ appropriate technical and organisational measures to safeguard your information. All research data is anonymised and stored securely. Nonetheless, no method of electronic storage is completely secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute protection.
Data Sharing and Publication
Research findings may be published in academic journals or presented at conferences. All published data is aggregated and anonymised. We may share anonymised data with research partners under strict confidentiality agreements.
Your Rights
- Request deletion of your questionnaire responses
- Opt out of future questionnaires
Contact Information
Questions about this policy or our research practices? Email us at humanvaluesproject@hms.harvard.edu.
Changes to This Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy periodically. Revisions will be posted on this page with an updated date. Please review this page regularly to remain informed about how we collect and process your information.