Benjamin Cances

Benjamin Cances is an Associate Professor at the University of Reims Champagne-Ardenne, affiliated with the Study Group on Natural, Anthropogenic and Archaeological Environments and Geomaterials (GEGENA, EA 3795). His research focuses on trace element behavior in soils and environmental pollution.

• Key Research Areas:
  • Pedology (wine-growing soils in Champagne region)
  • Geochemistry (trace metal speciation and mobility)
  • Hydrology (pollutant transfer via runoff and infiltration)

His publications from 2003–2008 highlight expertise in arsenic speciation analysis using XAS, copper contamination aging simulations, and trace element mobility in perennial grapevines. Notable journals include Environmental Science & Technology and Geoderma.

• Laboratory Involvement:
  • Member of GEGENA (EA 3795), studying environmental and archaeological geomaterials