Richard L. Krane

Richard L. Krane is a prominent American mineralogist and geochemist known for his research on the chemistry and behavior of minerals, especially those containing rare and valuable elements like uranium and thorium. His work helps scientists understand how these elements move through and are distributed in the Earth's crust, which is important for natural resource exploration and understanding geological processes. Krane has held academic and research positions, contributing significantly to mineral science and geochemistry through his studies, publications, and collaborations.