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Jochen Kolb is Professor at the Institute of Applied Geosciences at Karlsruhe Institute of Technology (KIT), serving as spokesperson for Geological Resources at KIT's Climate and Environment Center. His research program addresses critical geological resources and mineral deposit formation.
Research focuses on:
- Critical metal enrichment mechanisms in carbonatites and brines
- Geothermal systems as sources of raw materials
- Ore-forming processes in volcanic and hydrothermal systems
- Advanced geochemical exploration methods
- Tectonic controls on mineralization
Recent publications emphasize lithium resource characterization, rare earth element enrichment processes, and seafloor massive sulfide formation. His work integrates field geology with cutting-edge analytical techniques like LA-ICP-MS geochronology and fluid inclusion analysis to develop mineral exploration models.
Kolb leads research on geothermal brines in the Upper Rhine Graben and coordinates international projects on critical mineral resources. His group develops innovative lithium extraction technologies and resource assessment methodologies.
