Environmental Rehabilitation and Ecosystem Dynamics

Líneas de investigación 9 Lines of Research 9 Environmental Rehabilitation and Ecosystem Dynamics

We seek to support the rehabilitation and environmental management of ecosystems by developing science-based tools and methods, adopting an integrated approach that considers socio-environmental complexities.

(Left to right) Pablo Bustos, Dr. Jacques Wiertz, Daniela Gamboa, Dr. David Rubinos, María Paz Valenzuela, Dr. Felipe Saavedra, Dr. Yahaira Barrueto, Dilan Campos. See Team.

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Bioaccumulation of metals and metalloids in plants irrigated with clear tailings water

This project aims to conduct a comprehensive environmental analysis to determine the potential impacts of metal and/or metalloid accumulation in...
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Microencapsulation of pyrite to prevent acid mine drainage

The project’s objective is to validate the use of microencapsulation technology on a pilot scale to maintain water quality in...
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Forensic analysis of affected azonal hydrological terrestrial vegetation systems, Salar de Pedernales sector

This study’s purpose is to learn more about the deterioration date and process in the Salar de Pedernales wetlands, specifically...
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Plan to add value at the Salar de Pedernales

The project’s objective is to increase knowledge and appreciation of the high Andean wetlands of this Regional Priority Site, generating...
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Assessment of sulfuric acid spill on marine environment

The study’s main objective was to assess the impact of a sulfuric acid spill on the marine environment by identifying...
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Solar Tailings Transformation

This project aimed to develop a pioneering tailings transformation and stabilization process using solar energy as a renewable energy source.
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Analysis of the environmental impact of mineral concentrate spills on aquatic and terrestrial ecosystems

This project will investigate the environmental effects of these spills on various ecosystems. 
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Drinking water quality assessment

Drinking water quality assessment
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Geochemical characterization of tailings and marine material in dumps

Este proyecto busca realizar la caracterización geoquímica de material estéril y marinas enviados a botaderos, y formular recomendaciones de medidas.
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