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Ramon Aravena is a Research Professor and Adjunct Faculty at the University of Waterloo, specializing in isotope hydrology and geochemistry. With over 20 years of experience, he conducts groundwater studies across Latin America, Canada, and the U.S., focusing on contamination from agricultural/urban sources using environmental isotopes as tracers. His affiliations include membership in The Water Institute and the International Atomic Energy Agency's isotope hydrology expert group.
Education:
- 1993, Doctorate in Earth Sciences, University of Waterloo, Canada
- 1982, Master of Science in Earth Sciences, University of Waterloo, Canada
- 1975, Bachelor of Science (Licentiate in Chemistry), Catholic University, Santiago, Chile
Research Focus: Dr. Aravena investigates isotope applications in hydrology, groundwater protection mechanisms, and degradation processes of nitrates/organic contaminants in aquifers. His work combines field studies with advanced geochemical analysis to trace pollution sources and transformation pathways in vulnerable groundwater systems.
Publication Trends: Recent articles (2012-2013) demonstrate his focus on isotope fractionation during chemical degradation of chlorinated solvents (e.g., TCA, TCE), persulfate oxidation techniques, and multi-isotope characterization of contaminated sites in Italy. These studies integrate hydrogeological fieldwork with laboratory analysis to advance groundwater remediation strategies.
Professional Service: Active reviewer for 15+ journals including Water Resources Research and Applied Geochemistry, and funding agencies (NSERC, NSF, NERC). Editorial Board member for the Journal of Contaminant Hydrology.
Student Advising: Currently accepting graduate student applications for research in isotope hydrology and groundwater contamination studies.
