Unraveling a geological mystery that has persisted for over a century is a journey filled with exciting discoveries, but also with significant challenges. As an independent researcher, securing funding for fundamental, curiosity-driven science can be difficult. This research on blue quartz is a self-driven passion project, built on a decade of dedication.

Your financial support is not merely a donation; it is a direct investment in a foundational scientific quest. It empowers this research to continue moving forward, free from the constraints of conventional funding cycles.

Every single donation is strategically allocated to the most critical aspects of the research:

Advanced Laboratory Analysis: Your support funds crucial analyses like TEM, LA- ICP-MS, EMPA. These techniques are essential for identifying the nanoscale scattering centers and understanding their geochemical context.
Fieldwork & Sampling: Contributions help cover travel and logistics for targeted field campaigns to document and sample key blue quartz occurrences, especially in remote or understudied regions.
Open-Access Publications: I am committed to making the findings of this research available to everyone—the public, students, and scientists worldwide. Your donation helps cover the article processing charges (APCs) for publishing in reputable, open-access scientific journals.

A Commitment to Transparency

I am deeply committed to the responsible use of your support. Donors can expect complete transparency. Major milestones, publications, and discoveries resulting from this funded work will be prominently shared on this website.

Thank you for considering a contribution to this endeavor. By supporting this research, you are not just funding a project—you are helping to write a new chapter in our understanding of the Earth.

For institutional partners or those interested in major sponsorship for specific analytical costs, please contact me directly via the Contact page to discuss collaboration opportunities.