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Derek Wyman is an Associate Professor at the University of Sydney specializing in the geosciences. His research focuses on the geological studies of the Yilgarn Craton in Western Australia and its well-mineralized rocks, drawing comparisons with similar geological formations in Canada. He supervises both Honours and Postgraduate students, examining granitic rocks, gold deposits, and various types of massive sulphide mineralization across eastern Australia and Papua New Guinea. Wyman is known for his strong collaborative links with national and international research teams, notably with Professor P. Hollings from Lakehead University and the Ontario Geological Survey. His work includes a focus on Archean granites and the world's oldest diamond deposits, which aim to challenge conventional theories of diamond formation. He has also engaged in significant petrological studies in China, which have led to collaborative research efforts and joint fieldwork that have explored the magmatic history of ancient mountain belts in Australia. Wyman's research aligns with the Faculty of Science's strengths in understanding planetary processes and critical minerals. He has been successful in securing several research grants that contribute to the understanding of Archean geological processes and crustal growth mechanisms.
University of Sydney • Sydney, Australia
Teaching and researching in the field of geosciences, with a focus on igneous petrology and mineralization processes.
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