Environmental Geochemistry

We are a team of scientists exploring issues in environmental geochemistry. This field examines the chemical composition and processes of the Earth's surface environment, including the interactions between rocks, sediments, soils, water, air, and living organisms. It focuses on understanding natural geochemical cycles and how human activities influence them.

Our research

Our research spans a broad range of topics, from fundamental geochemical processes to practical applications with direct societal relevance. Here are some examples:

  • Geochemical and biogeochemical processes in the deep subsurface at the Äspö Hard Rock Laboratory and elsewhere.
  • Tracing active and ancient methane production and consumption in the upper crystalline crust.
  • Geochemical processes in metal-contaminated soils, including conditions for metal mobilization as well as assessment of human exposure and health risks.
  • Formation of acid sulphate soils and the related leaching and dispersion of metals in the environment.
  • Effects of global warming on the pore water chemistry of marine sediments and gas hydrates reservoirs.
  • Methane and carbon cycling in sediments and water column in aquatic environments.
  • Manganese behavior in Baltic Sea and Arctic Ocean sediments.

Research projects

Staff