Prof. Jan Elsen is a geologist and his research focuses on the mineralogical characterisation and use of industrial minerals (clays, cement minerals and zeolite deposits with pozzolanic properties). Techniques used include Quantitative X-Ray Diffraction, petrography, electron microscopy and thermal and chemical analysis.
SIM² KU Leuven is the KU Leuven Institute for Sustainable Metals and Minerals, one of the flagship KU Leuven Institutes. SIM² mission is to develop, organise and implement problem-driven, science-deep research and future-oriented education, contributing to the environmentally friendly production and recycling of metals, minerals and engineered materials, supporting the transition to a climate-friendly, circular-economy.
KU Leuven Institute for Sustainable Metals and Minerals
