Jessica Bonhoure

Jessica Bonhoure is an Associate Professor specialized in geochemistry and mineral resources, affiliated with the Department of Geosciences. Her research focuses on geochemical tracings, mineral resource exploration, and environmental impacts of mining, particularly in regions like Katanga (DR Congo) and Quebec. She holds a PhD in geology and is a member of the EGU (European Geosciences Union) and the HydrISE research unit. Her work integrates isotopic analysis, rare earth element (REE) geochemistry, and mineralogy to study uranium deposits, fluid circulations in sandstones, and pollution from metallic trace elements.

Her academic contributions include studies on pegmatite genesis, uranium mineralization in Canadian provinces (e.g., CAGE), and the application of ion microprobe techniques for geochemical analysis. She collaborates with international teams on projects like lysimeter studies in Lubumbashi and environmental assessments of mining activities. Key partnerships include the HydrISE research unit, emphasizing interdisciplinary approaches to hydrogeological and environmental challenges.

Notable research themes include the behavior of rare earth elements in groundwater systems, the role of iron oxyhydroxides in metal sorption, and the diffusion dynamics of radiogenic helium in uranium oxides. Her work bridges fundamental geochemistry with applied environmental science, addressing issues like pollution mitigation and sustainable resource management.