Tatio Geyser Complex Research Project

Aqueous Geochemistry Group, University of Texas at Austin

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The Tatio Geyser Complex is located in the north of Chile. One of the largest identified thermal complexes in the world, El Tatio also presents some of the most extreme climatic conditions on earth.

Every 2 years since 2003 a research team from the University of Texas has traveled to Tatio to collect samples and document the unique geochemical and biological interactions. This website presents an overview of research projects that are currently underway, as well as general information about this amazing place.

The assistance of Sernageomin, Sernatur, Geotermica and the Atacama Community has been key to the success of the research efforts.  We want to thank everyone for their help!!!

© 2007 Department of Geological Sciences at UT Austin
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This material is based upon work supported by the National Science Foundation under Grant No. 0545336.  Any opinions, findings, and conclusions or recommendations expressed in this material are those of the author(s) and do not necessarily reflect the views of the National Science Foundation