MrJose Luis Barillas Diaz

Jose's research interests lie at the intersection of ore deposit geology and critical metal systems. He is particularly interested in the genesis and characterization of nickel mineralization in metasomatic environments, with a focus on understanding hydrothermal and geochemical processes that control metal endowment in unconventional deposit types. His broader interests include porphyry and epithermal systems, VHMS deposits, and the application of advanced analytical techniques — such as µXRF synchrotron analysis and Ar/Ar geochronology — to unravel ore-forming processes. He is committed to developing robust exploration strategies for critical metals essential to the global energy transition, including nickel, copper, and polymetallic resources in brownfield and underexplored terrains.