Sedimentary Geology:
Consolidated Research Group at the University of Barcelona

Understanding the spatial and temporal evolution of sedimentary basins worldwide

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Explore the innovative methods and research capabilities that define our commitment to geoscience and academic collaboration

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Evaporite Formations

We investigate the sedimentology, geochemistry, and petrology of evaporite basins globally to reconstruct paleoenvironmental models, decipher climatic cyclicity, and understand deformation mechanisms and fluid-rock interactions.

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Basin Evolution & Modelling

We integrate stratigraphic, structural, and thermochronological data with numerical and analogue modeling to reconstruct the tectonic and sedimentary evolution of sedimentary basins worldwide and understand their geodynamic history.

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Geofluids & Carbonate Rocks

We analyze the interactions between structural deformation, diagenetic processes, and fluid circulation in carbonate reservoirs from a multiscale perspective to evaluate their impact on rock permeability and reservoir compartmentalization.

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Continental Paleobiology & Biostratigraphy

We study the fossil record of continental basins, including plants, amber, microfossils, and vertebrates, to build biostratigraphic correlations and reconstruct paleoecological and paleoclimatic models spanning from the Carboniferous to the Pleistocene.

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Paleontology of Marine Environments

We focus on the taxonomy, paleoecology, and biostratigraphy of Cenozoic marine foraminifera across the Tethys and global domains to decode past oceanic environments and establish precise stratigraphic correlations.

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Organic
Geochemistry

We apply organic geochemical techniques to sedimentary successions across the Mediterranean region, unlocking new insights into ancient depositional environments, diagenetic processes, and basin history.

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Energy Transition & Sustainable Development

We characterize the sedimentological, petrophysical, and structural properties of geological reservoirs and cap rocks to optimize geo-energy applications such as geothermal resources, CO2 storage, and critical element distribution.

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With extensive expertise in sedimentary geology, our research group at the University of Barcelona integrates advanced methodologies to pioneer studies that influence both academia and industry practices. We welcome collaboration with global partners to expand our impact and innovation.

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Our multidisciplinary research encompasses various aspects of sedimentary geology, focusing on process studies, stratigraphy, and sediment transport dynamics.

We engage in global partnerships with institutions and agencies, fostering innovation and enhancing the impact of geological research worldwide.

We offer PhD programs and workshops that cultivate the next generation of sedimentary geologists through hands-on training and mentoring.

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