Project Info
Gold Mining in Peru
Nicole Smith
nmsmith@mines.edu
The goals of this project are to better understand informal and illicit gold and mercury supply chains in Peru. Student can conduct research on various aspects of the gold and/or mercury supply chain.
More Information:
Grand Challenge: Not applicable
https://resourcesandcommunities.mines.edu
Primary Contacts:
Dr. Nicole Smith
Student Preparation
Qualifications
- interest in gold mining in Latin America
- Spanish language skills would be helpful
- critical thinking skills
TIME COMMITMENT (HRS/WK)
4-5
SKILLS/TECHNIQUES GAINED
- research skills
- research communication (oral and written)
- interdisciplinary research skills
MENTORING PLAN
- student will join weekly research group meetings
- student will be mentored by graduate students and faculty
PREFERRED STUDENT STATUS
Junior
Senior