Thesis

As some of us are aware Scotgold sponsor a student , her name is "Nyree Hill" and she is held in high regard by our CEO ( Chris Sangster ). Nyree has just finished her Thesis and Scotgold's geologists are interpreting the findings. hxxp://www2.le.ac.uk/departments/geology/people/hill-nj

Project description:
This project aims to develop genetic models for gold and associated precious metal mineralisation through a multi-aspect study on mineralised and unmineralised veins in the Scottish Highlands. These models will assist Scotgold Resources Ltd in their regional exploration and to increase cost-effectiveness of drilling and exploration programs by developing key indicators for mineralisation. The multi-aspect approach aims to utilise stable isotope, fluid inclusion microthermometry and dating methods in conjunction with petrography and geochemistry to constrain the nature of mineralising events.

Objectives :
Examine new gold occurrences in Scottish Highlands and integrate data with data from Cononish. Develop paragenetic sequences for individual vein sets and place these within the genetic sequence of the wider area. Develop geochronology of vein sets within Scotgold’s exploration license areas in particular around Cononish and Glen Orchy. Assess the link between mineralisation and igneous bodies as potential heat and fluid sources through geochemical characterisation and dating.

Research interests:
Gold mineralisation
Ore deposit research
Large scale crustal processes