Projects / Programmes
Geochemical and structural processes
January 1, 2004
- December 31, 2008
| Code |
Science |
Field |
Subfield |
| 1.06.00 |
Natural sciences and mathematics |
Geology |
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| 2.07.00 |
Engineering sciences and technologies |
Computer science and informatics |
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| Code |
Science |
Field |
| P005 |
Natural sciences and mathematics |
Geology, physical geography |
| P175 |
Natural sciences and mathematics |
Informatics, systems theory |
geology, petrology, mineralogy, tectonic, geochemistry, stable isotopes, geomicrobiology, biomineralization, mineralization of organic matter, global changes, sedimentary basins, environmental studies, aquatic ecosystems, mass transport, geochemical modelling, geogenic and anthropogenic pollutants, food web, natural and artificial materials
Researchers (18)
Organisations (1)
Abstract
The proposed investigations in the research program Geochemical and structural processes are of complex and advanced character. They are concerned with geological, petrological, mineralogical, sedimentological, palaeoecological, palaeoclimatological as well as with geochemical and isotopic studies related to:
• the origin of sedimentary, igneous and metamorphic rocks as well as of ore genesis and the crystallization of rock forming and ore minerals
• geochemical and biogeochemical processes in different environments (fractionation of stable isotopes (O, C, H, N and S in recent marine and fresh water environments) as well as in post sedimentary processes and of those of the supergene zone
• the investigation of biotic and a-biotic events in Earth history associated with short-term and long-term global perturbations of geochemical and isotopic records as well as with biotic crisis and mass extinctions
• basic research of biomineralization and calcification processes in marine benthic organisms and influence of environmental factors on mineral components of these benthos
• tectonic evolution of Slovenian and neighboring regions and studies of active tectonic deformation and related stress field with an emphasis on determine earthquake potential and risk in Slovenia
• the sources and fluxes of dissolved inorganic carbon at the sediment/water interface in a shallow coastal area
• the origin of sedimentary organic matter in the Adriatic, the influence of sedimentary biogeochemistry on the formation of hypoxic in coastal water and the food web structure of the ecosystem in the Adriatic Sea
• geogenic and anthropogenic impact (heavy metals and other pollutants) on soil, water, sediments and biota
• stable isotope structure of aquatic ecosystems
• the behavior of building materials in simulated systems regarding the possibility of their use as secondary building materials, as substitute for material minerals aggregates
• the genesis, transport and accumulations of gases in the tectonic active fractured zones and structures. The main topic is study of diagenetic processes in the Tertiary sedimentary basins, research in the organic matter (coals)
• geomicrobiology (interactions between microbes and minerals) and environmental mineralogy
Significance for science
Geochemical and structural processes represent the essential part of evolution of geological environment. They are important section of many cycles controlling changes that directly influent on mankind. For that reason geochemical and structural investigations are widely represented in all parts of science. We are fully aquainted in basic fields of geochemistry as well as in structure of natural materials to the extent by which we can appropriately contribute to international progress, as can be seen from our references and citations in internationaly aknowledged journals. Combining geochemical and structural processes that are in mutual relationships in geoenvironment is the main goal of our research. This will enable complementarity to worldwide trends. Combining of geological and structural knowledge will provide answers to many important questions that remained opened because single science (geochemistry or structural geology) was not sufficient to find proper answers.
Significance for the country
Advanced understanding of geochemical and structural processes is an essential base for better expertise of Slovenia region and the main goal of our research group. It provides the fundamental data needed for protection and preservation of natural geoheritage and cultural heritage. Providing basic geological data necessary for permanent social and economic evolution of Slovenia in different fields: mining, civil engineering, seismic hazard, avalanches, architectural stones and artificial materials, is our second research aim. Gaining all neccessary knowledge about sensitivity of geoenvironment for stressful events (antropogenic pollution, natural hazard) on the basis of geochemical and structural data is our third and at the same time the most important goal. Previous investigations serve as good basis for successful continuation of environmental research.
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