Lorenzo Tavazzani

Dr. Lorenzo Tavazzani is a Lecturer at ETH Zurich's Department of Earth and Planetary Sciences (D-EAPS), located at Clausiusstrasse 25, 8092 Zürich, Switzerland. His research focuses on magmatic processes, igneous petrology, and geochemical systems, with a strong emphasis on integrating field observations, geochronology, and isotope geochemistry.

His work spans diverse geological settings, including volcanic calderas (e.g., Turkey’s Ulukışla Caldera), plutonic systems (e.g., the Angicos plutonism in Brazil), and hydrothermal ore deposits (e.g., lithium in Peru and tin in Bolivia). Recent studies highlight his expertise in zircon geochronology, magma reservoir dynamics, and tectonic controls on magmatism.

Dr. Tavazzani’s publications frequently address the interplay between magmatic processes and tectonic environments, with contributions to understanding the timing and mechanisms of crustal evolution. He has collaborated on projects in Turkey, Italy, Chile, Peru, and Bolivia, showcasing a global research footprint.

His research outputs reflect a balance between fundamental petrology and applied mineral resource studies, with a focus on novel analytical techniques such as in-situ petrochronology and LA-ICP-MS dating methods.