To trace the sources, sinks and transport mechanisms of elements among the major Earth reservoirs via magmas, fluids and gases, in deep- and shallow-level systems.

• Fluid-rock interaction in near-surface systems
• Magmatic - hydrothermal processes

• Geochemical and isotopic tracers of element cycling

To develop and apply isotopic tracing and dating techniques for determining the rates and understanding the mechanisms of geological processes ranging from global tectonics to surface weathering.

• Geochronology of rocks and minerals 
• Noble gas geochronology and geochemistry

To characterize, understand the origin of and develop exploitation strategies for metallic ore deposits and gas hydrate resources, using case studies, experiments and modelling.

• Ore forming processes
• Basic and applied research on gas hydrates