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Prof. Ondra Sracek | Isotopes | Excellence Award

Prof. Ondra Sracek, Palacky University, Czech Republic

prof. ondra šráček is a distinguished researcher in hydrogeology and environmental geochemistry at Palacky University in the Czech Republic. His work focuses on the behavior and impacts of contaminants from mining activities, especially in sub-Saharan Africa. He has authored multiple influential texts in geochemical and hydrogeological modeling, such as Applications of Geochemical and Reactive Transport Modeling in Hydrogeology (2013) and Introduction to Environmental Hydrogeochemistry (2004). With an h-index of 40 on Web of Science and 43 on Scopus, he has over 5,000 citations, indicating the high impact of his research. He serves as an associate editor for the Journal of Geochemical Exploration and Geofluids.

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Scopus Profile

Professional Experience

prof. šráček has conducted extensive research on contaminants in mining areas, particularly copper, lead, zinc, and cobalt ores. His expertise includes hydrogeological modeling, isotopic analysis, and mine drainage. He collaborates with renowned institutions worldwide, including the Royal Institute of Technology in Stockholm, the University of Sao Paulo, and the Universidad Nacional Autónoma de México. His role as an associate editor in high-impact journals emphasizes his commitment to advancing environmental geochemistry and hydrogeology.

Research and Innovations

Exploitation and Treatment of Cu, Pb, Zn, and Co Ores in Sub-Saharan Africa: A natural laboratory for contaminant behavior analysis, funded by the Czech Republic’s Grant Agency (GAČR) (2016-2018). Collaborators: M. Mihajlevič, B. Kříbek, and A. Vaněk.

Metals and Their Isotopes in Mining Areas of Sub-Saharan Africa: Focuses on understanding contaminant geochemistry and environmental impacts (2023-2025), funded by GAČR, with M. Mihajlevič, B. Kříbek, and A. Vaněk.

Consultancy and Industry Projects

prof. šráček has contributed to numerous consultancy projects, leveraging his expertise to solve environmental geochemistry and hydrogeological challenges.

Editorial and Professional Engagement

Associate Editor, Journal of Geochemical Exploration and Geofluids

Member, International Association of GeoChemistry (IAGC)

Research Interest

prof. šráček’s research spans hydrogeology, geochemical and reactive transport modeling, and environmental geochemistry, with a focus on contaminant flow systems, arsenic, isotopes, and mining impact analysis. His interdisciplinary collaborations extend globally, reinforcing his leadership in environmental geosciences.

Top Notable Publications

Sracek, O., Ettler, V., Kříbek, B., Zádorová, T., Vaněk, A. (2024). Characterization and stable isotopic fingerprinting of mine seepage in hyperarid environments: An example of the Namib Lead & Zinc mine, Namibia. Journal of Geochemical Exploration, 265, 107554.

Citations: 0 (Open access)

Sracek, O., Ettler, V., Mihaljevič, M., Zádorová, T., Vaněk, A. (2024). Identification of processes in Cu-ore heap leaching using Cu isotopes and leachate chemistry at Tschudi mine, northern Namibia. Hydrometallurgy, 228, 106356.

Citations: 0

Rafenoarisoa, O.E.M., Sracek, O., Rahobisoa, J.-J., Jačková, I., Brouyère, S. (2024). The origin of high salinity and hydrogeochemical characteristics of groundwater in semi-arid area of the Linta Basin, Southwestern Madagascar. Journal of African Earth Sciences, 213, 105215.

Citations: 1

Cień, D., d’Obyrn, K., Starczewska, M., Motyka, J., Sracek, O. (2024). Coal Mine Drainage as a Source of Drinking and Industrial Water—The Upper Silesian Coal Basin, Poland. Energies, 17(5), 1175.

Citations: 2 (Open access)

Saghravani, S.R., Yusoff, I., Vadiati, M., Sracek, O., Bhattacharya, P. (2024). Multi-isotopic and hydrochemical evidence of water resources evolution and recharge estimation in the tropical coastal aquifer. Groundwater for Sustainable Development, 24, 101065.

Citations: 5

Hršelová, P., Sracek, O., Filip, J., Hrazdil, V., Malý, K. (2024). The role of jarosite minerals in the attenuation of metals and arsenic in mine drainage system (example from the Pekelská Adit, Czech Republic). Journal of Geosciences (Czech Republic), 69(2), pp. 99–111.

Citations: 0

Ettler, V., Raus, K., Mihaljevič, M., Koubová, M., Mapani, B. (2023). Bioaccessible metals in dust materials from non-sulfide Zn deposit and related hydrometallurgical operation. Chemosphere, 345, 140498.

Citations: 3

Conclusion

Prof. Ondra Sracek is exceptionally well-qualified for the Research for Excellence Award. His work in isotopic geochemistry, environmental contamination, and hydrological systems aligns closely with the award’s objectives, making him a deserving candidate whose research continues to shape environmental geochemistry.

 

 

 

 

 

 

Ondra Sracek | Isotopes | Excellence Award

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