Hi there! My name is Emlyn, a try-hard renaissance man straddling the millenial/gen-z divide. I do policy, data and physics, amongst other things.
Why a website?
I used to think having your own website was the coolest thing ever, and so I thought I’d honour my 10-year-old self by making one. I have a lot of ideas in my head, from little research projects to coding and self-teaching new skills. I rarely action these ideas though, mostly because:
- Watching films, TV and YouTube videos is much easier
- I’m often exhausted
- Other life things get in the way
However, these are really just excuses. Even a few minutes a day of working towards something can get you somewhere in the long-term. Leaving the ideas also makes me sad because:
- I know I’m missing out on fun
- The list keeps getting longer
- I could have moved on to something even more fun by now if I’d followed through
I hope to use this site as an aide to keep my current and future selves accountable and share what I’ve learned. This may also connect me with like-minded individuals and help with my writing - and all the better for it!
A bit about me
My current professional interests lie at the nexus of science and public policy, where highly technical topics meet the needs of the general public. I’ve learned a lot in my recent roles, and have enjoyed them immensely. In the medium term, I would like to bring this experience back to the world of physics and a PhD in something that excites me (currently thinking about something in quantum information theory).
In my spare time I enjoy cooking (currently a mix of Adam Liaw and Alison Roman recipes, adapted for whatever is in the fridge). I also satisfy my inner musician through cello and choral singing.
If you want to get in touch, follow me on Twitter @emlynsg or connect on LinkedIn. You can also find my resume here.
Privacy Policy and GDPR Compliance
Last updated: April 8, 2025
Introduction
This Privacy Policy explains how I collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you visit my website. Please read this privacy policy carefully. If you do not agree with the terms of this privacy policy, please do not access the site.
Information I Collect
Personal Data
I do not collect personal data unless you explicitly provide it to me (for example, by leaving a comment or subscribing to a newsletter).
Automatically Collected Information
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How I Use Your Information
I use the information I collect to:
- Operate and maintain my website
- Improve my website
- Understand my web hosting needs
- Analyze visitor demographics and geographic distribution
Your Data Protection Rights Under GDPR
If you are a resident of the European Economic Area (EEA), you have certain data protection rights. I aim to take reasonable steps to allow you to correct, amend, delete, or limit the use of your Personal Data.
You have the following rights:
- The right to access your personal data
- The right to rectification of inaccurate personal data
- The right to erasure of your personal data
- The right to restrict processing of your personal data
- The right to data portability
- The right to object to processing of your personal data
- Rights in relation to automated decision making and profiling
If you wish to exercise any of these rights, please contact me at [email protected].
Data Retention
I will retain your Personal Data only for as long as is necessary for the purposes set out in this Privacy Policy. I will retain and use your Personal Data to the extent necessary to comply with my legal obligations, resolve disputes, and enforce my policies.
Children’s Privacy
My website is not intended for use by children under the age of 16. I do not knowingly collect personally identifiable information from children under 16.
Changes to This Privacy Policy
I may update my Privacy Policy from time to time. I will notify you of any changes by posting the new Privacy Policy on this page and updating the “Last updated” date.
Contact Me
If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy, please contact me at [email protected].