Melts-Fluids-Models: keys to understanding ore-forming processes at the world-class Neves Corvo massive sulphide deposit, Iberian Pyrite Belt

• Applicants: Professorin Dr. Sarah Anne Gleeson; Dr. Robert Trumbull; Privatdozent Dr. Philipp Weis
• Subject Area: Mineralogy, Petrology and Geochemistry ; Hydrogeology, Hydrology, Limnology, Urban Water Management, Water Chemistry, Integrated Water Resources Management
• Term: from 2020 to 2024
• Project identifier: Deutsche Forschungsgemeinschaft (DFG) - Project number 441263725

This research project will study the origin and evolution of the ore-forming fluids and formation mechanisms at the giant tin-copper-zinc-lead Neves Corvo deposit in Portugal by the combination of fluid and melt inclusions, and numerical simulations. This is a key research project that will add significant value to the understanding and development of mineral resources throughout the Iberian Pyrite Belt and similar provinces.

• DFG Programme: Priority Programmes
• Subproject of: SPP 2238: Dynamics of Ore-Metals Enrichment - DOME
• International Connection: Portugal, Spain
• Cooperation Partners: Professor Jorge Relvas, Ph.D.; Fernando Tornos, Ph.D.