2. Basins through Time

The major metals in sedimentary mineral deposits include Pb, Zn, Ag, Cu, Co, and U. This episode in the Seequent partnered series dives deep into the geoscience needed to understand the formation of these important ore deposits hosted in sedimentary basins. We hear about the African Copper Belt, the Athabasca Basin and the great lead-zinc basins in Australia and Canada. You will hear discovery stories and about cutting-edge research framed by the careers of the people involved.We kick off with Neil Fernandes and Brian Mahoney who cover 'the big picture'. Murray Hitzman takes us through the formation of sedimentary mineral deposits and Dave Broughton tells the story of the discovery of Kamoa in the African Copper Belt. Then we shift continents to hear how models for the uranium deposits in the Athabascan Basin in Canada changed over time and what key features guide exploration and discovery. Lastly, we hear from Sarah Gleeson who collaborates with industry in her research to work out the processes involved in forming ore deposits in sedimentary basins.Theme music is Confluence by Eastwindseastwindsmusic.comCome join us in Salt Lake City, Utah for SEG 2026, September 30th to October 3rd. You can expect world-class technical content, including iconic ore deposits and the geological processes of North American Cordillera. The program balances applied case studies, framework geology, and technological innovation. The conference offers a unique opportunity to connect, learn, and help shape the future of economic geology. See you there.