GFZ German research centre for geo sciences

Dr. Helene Breton

Helene Breton
Scientist
Dr. Helene Breton
Building D, Room 227 (Büro)
Telegrafenberg
14473 Potsdam

Function and Responsibilities:

I am a researcher specializing in high-pressure geoscience, where I use the laser-heated diamond anvil cell to investigate the behavior of iron-rich bridgmanite under extreme conditions, simulating those in Earth’s lower mantle. My work centers on understanding how different iron oxidation states, specifically Fe²⁺ and Fe³⁺, influence the mineral's thermal and electrical conductivity. By analyzing high-pressure and high-temperature spectra, I aim to clarify the role of bridgmanite in heat and charge transport, which is crucial for modeling mantle dynamics and understanding Earth’s thermal evolution.

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