Dr Mark Pearce
Research Scientist
Contact details:
- mark.pearce@csiro.au
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PO BOX 1130
BENTLEY WA 6102 AUSTRALIA
Biography
Mark's research applies micro and nano-scale observations to understand geological processes associated with mineral deposits. He us currently working as part of the Advanced Resource Characterisation Facility with colleagues at Curtin University and The University of Western Australia to apply cutting-edge characterisation techniques to Australian ore deposits. Using atomic to thin-section scale analysis techniques allows the team to understand better the distribution of elements in rocks underpinning the larger-scale analysis methods widely used in mineral exploration.
Prior to joining CSIRO, Mark worked as a structural geologist examining large-scale folding in the northern Zagros Mountains and the application of digital mapping technologies to structural geology. This work followed his PhD at the University of Liverpool where he worked on the deformation and metamorphism of rock at high temperatures in the Scottish Highlands.
Professional Areas
Current Roles
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Team Leader
Geoscience to Geometallurgy
Academic Qualifications
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2005
MGeol (N. America)
University of Leeds -
2009
PhD
University of Liverpool
Professional Experiences
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2015-Present
Research Scientist
CSIRO -
2009-2012
Senior Research Geoscientist
Geospatial Research Ltd.
Achievements and Awards
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2018-2018
Science Excellence Award - Early Career Researcher
CSIRO Mineral Resources
Grants
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2017-2020
ARC Discovery Project 170101893: Wet and Stressed - Nature's mechanisms for leaching and remobilising metals
