Dr Linda Iaccheri

Strategic Mineral Systems Specialist with over 20 years of international experience across Australia, Africa, and Europe, specializing in the 4D evolution of the continental crust and its metallogenic potential. I bridge the gap between world-class isotope geochemistry and frontline mineral exploration to identify Tier-1 targets in “needle-in-a-haystack” global terranes.

Core Competencies for Global Discovery:

• Mineral Systems Analysis: Expert in applying a mineral systems approach to structurally controlled and poorly understood hydrothermal systems (Au, Cu, Ni-Cu-PGE).
• Crustal Architecture & Isotopic Mapping: Proven track record in using Lu-Hf, Sm-Nd, and Pb-Pb isotopic systems to unveil cryptic crustal boundaries and define regional-scale exploration fairways.
• Multidisciplinary Data Integration: Proficient in synthesizing complex datasets using Leapfrog, ArcGIS, ioGAS, and Machine Learning to prioritize high-value exploration targets.
• Global Geographic Agility: Extensive field and research experience across the North Australian Craton, Kaapvaal Craton, Congo Craton, and Tethyan belts.
• Technical Leadership: Fellow of the GSSA and member of the SAMREC Code Committee, with a deep commitment to technical excellence, mentoring, and cross-cultural negotiation.

EDUCATION:

2017 – PhD in Geochemistry

Centre for Exploration Targeting (CET), The University of Western Australia (UWA), Perth Thesis: Paleoproterozoic magmatic history of the southern margin of the North Australia Craton: Implications for local crustal architecture and evolution of the continental crust.

Supervisors: Prof Tony Kemp, Prof Cam McCuaig, Prof Leon Bagas.

2000 – MSc in Economic Geology

Dipartimento di Geologia, University of Modena and Reggio Emilia, Italy

Thesis: Geochemistry and petrography of Volcanic Massive Cu and Fe sulphides (VMS) mineralization associated with Jurassic ophiolites in the Apennines, Northern Italy.