Martin Yates

Martin Yates is a Lecturer and Laboratory Manager at the University of Maine's School of Earth and Climate Sciences, where he oversees the Electron Microprobe Laboratory, X-ray Diffraction Laboratory, and departmental IT infrastructure. His research focuses on the intersection of economic geology, geochemistry, and metamorphic petrology, particularly in understanding ore-forming processes and mineralogical alterations.

• Research areas include silver-copper-lead ores in Idaho's Coeur d’Alene district and volcanogenic massive sulfide deposits in Maine
• Specializes in fluid inclusion analysis, stable isotopic composition, and mineral characterization

His work emphasizes the impact of sulfur and oxygen on ore mineralogy, supported by advanced analytical techniques. While no specific awards or students are documented, his collaborative efforts with Edward Grew and Dan Lux highlight his contributions to regional geological studies.