Geologist and MSc (University of Chile) and PhD in Volcanology (University of Bristol, UK), with more than 33 years of experience in regional geology, exploration of epithermal deposits and geothermal systems, geologic mapping, volcanic hazard, geologic hazard management, renewable energy, geoscience project management, environment and sustainability. Important experience in geoscientific project management and complex exploration project portfolio management, especially on geothermal projects, based on a sustainable and multidisciplinary vision of resource exploitation. Strong experience in Au-Ag epithermal deposits in the Andean range, USA and Mexico, and in the interaction between volcanic structures and hydrothermal fluids. Important research and academic experience, at both national and international levels.
Founder and senior geologist at Amawta since 2013, he has participated in more than 40 Au-Ag epithermal and Cu-Au porphyry exploration projects in Chile and abroad (Peru, Argentina, USA and Mexico), advising companies on district mapping, volcanic stratigraphy, geochronology, core review, volcanic facies and alteration/mineralization events.
Geologist and MSc (University of Chile) with more than 15 years of experience in epithermal and geothermal exploration, regional mapping and geologic hazard evaluation. Bárbara has strong experience in volcanic stratigraphy, volcanic facies and petrography in Au-Ag epithermal areas and Cu-Au porphyry environments, as well as regional/district mapping, developed in Chile, Peru, Argentina and Mexico.
A senior geologist, she joined Amawta Geoconsultores in 2013 and has participated in more than 20 projects advising companies in Chile, Peru, Argentina and Mexico on epithermal and porphyry exploration in volcanic environments, among other projects on regional mapping and geologic hazard assessment. She also has strong experience in core review logging and microscopic petrography of igneous rocks (intrusive and volcanic), both fresh and heavily altered, an important complement to our field studies.
Geologist (Universidad Mayor, Chile) with more than 7 years of experience, mainly in district mapping in volcanic areas, volcanic facies analyses in epithermal environments and landslide/volcanic flow modelling for geologic hazard assessments.
Valentina joined Amawta Geoconsultores in 2019 and has participated in more than 15 projects in Chile, Argentina, Peru and the USA, analyzing volcanic, phreatomagmatic and phreatic facies in Au-Ag epithermal and Au-Cu porphyry areas, among other projects on geologic hazards. She has strong experience in core review in volcanic/subvolcanic environments, with both fresh and heavily altered rocks.
Geologist (Universidad Mayor, Chile) with more than 3 years of experience, mainly in GIS mapping, database management and microscopic petrography.
Nicole joined Amawta Geoconsultores in 2024, focusing mainly on GIS geological mapping and petrographic analysis through thin-section descriptions. She incorporates programming and data visualization tools for geochemical analyses and spatial data processing, complementing her analytical skills with technical graphic design and schematic development for projects.
Javier is a geologist from the University of Chile, with knowledge of 3D geological modelling and committed to the sustainable and innovative development of the industry. His thesis focused on the study of rare earth elements in mine tailings, reflecting his interest in the circular economy and the efficient use of natural resources.
Javier joined Amawta Geoconsultores in 2026, where he supports project development in different areas. His main areas of professional development and interest are economic geology, geotechnics and the study of geologic hazards.
Geociencias para un mundo sustentable desde 2013.
Geosciences for a sustainable world since 2013.
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