Esteban Gazel Dondi
(Geological Sciences)

Mantle sources of the Central American Volcanic Arc: the influence of the
Galapagos hotspot and its relation to the Caribbean Large Igneous Province

Studying the material on which active Central American volcanoes are built, is an important step in understanding the origins of the land bridge between North and South America. Mr. Gazel is known for his boundless enthusiasm for his work, his passion for teaching, and his encyclopedic knowledge of the geology of his native Costa Rica.