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Gordon Brown specializes in environmental geochemistry and aqueous surface geochemistry. His research group focuses on the chemical and microbiological interactions at environmental interfaces, which include solid-aqueous solutions, solid-gases, and the interactions between microbial organisms and natural organic matter. He utilizes molecular-scale methods, particularly involving intense X-rays and synchrotron radiation sources, to study the interactions of contaminants and pollutants such as heavy metals and actinides with mineral surfaces. Brown has held multiple academic positions, including the William Kirby Professorship at Stanford University, and has been an influential figure in research concerning the reactivity of mineral surfaces and their environmental impact. He has received numerous awards and honors for his contributions to the field, including fellowship in several professional societies and several prestigious medals for his impactful research.
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