Joaquin Garcia San Segundo

Joaquin Garcia San Segundo is a Professor in the Department of Geology at Universidad de Oviedo. His research focuses on structural geology and tectonic processes, particularly in the Pyrenees, Variscan Orogen, and Andes, with applications to mineral exploration and large infrastructure projects.

Research interests include:

• Geodynamic evolution of orogenic belts
• Alpine structural analysis of Cantabrian Mountains
• Karst geology and structural controls

Applied geology expertise spans exploration of precious metal deposits (Au/Ag), industrial minerals, hydrogeological studies, and engineering geology for infrastructure projects.