Ore Deposit Research

Ore deposit studies conducted by team members focus on developing genetic models, especially as pertains to ore-forming processes and the role of tectonics. Current research focuses on syngenetic massive sulfide deposits in Alaska (sedimentary exhalative-SEDEX) and volcanogenic massive sulfides (VMS), and Mississippi Valley-type deposits (MVT), which account for 35% of the world's lead and zinc resources.

Metallogenic Evolution of Mesoproterozoic Sedimentary Rocks in Idaho and Montana
Metallogeny of the Great Basin Project
Secular Trends in Ore-Forming Processes Through Earth History
Syngenetic Massive Sulfide Deposits in Alaska Project
LifeCycles of MVT Deposits Project

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	Crustal Imaging & Characterization / Spatial Data

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