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Thomas Stachel is a Professor in the Faculty of Science at the University of Alberta, specializing in Earth and Atmospheric Sciences. His primary research area is diamond geology, focusing on the chemical and physical properties of diamonds, including stable isotope composition, nitrogen contents, and aggregation levels. Stachel investigates the geochemistry of mineral inclusions within diamonds to define the conditions under which they formed in the Earth's mantle. His research addresses diamonds formed at varying depths in the lithosphere, extending to the lower mantle beneath the 660 km discontinuity, providing unique insights into otherwise inaccessible regions of the planet. Stachel currently supervises PhD and MSc projects on systematic studies of diamonds and mineral inclusions from mines in Canada and worldwide, and the evolution of cratonic roots. His teaching includes courses on mineralogy and advanced petrology, particularly in diamond exploration.
Department: Mechanical Engineering and Engineering Management