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Humberto Antonio Estay Cuenca

Investigador Principal

Universidad de Chile

Santiago, Chile

Líneas de Investigación


Ingeniería y Diseño de Procesos, Hidrometalurgia, Procesos de Separación con Membranas, Procesamiento de Salmueras de Litio, Procesos de Recuperación de Cianuro en Minería de Oro, Tratamiento de efluentes mineros, Modelación y Simulación de Procesos

Educación

  •  Ciencias de la Ingeniería, Mención Ingeniería de Procesos, UNIVERSIDAD DE SANTIAGO DE CHILE. Chile, 2013
  •  Ciencias de la Ingeniería, Mención Ingeniería Química, UNIVERSIDAD DE SANTIAGO DE CHILE. Chile, 2005
  •  Ingeniero Civil Químico, UNIVERSIDAD DE SANTIAGO DE CHILE. Chile, 2005

Experiencia Académica

  •   Profesor Hidrometalurgia Part Time

    UNIVERSIDAD DE SANTIAGO DE CHILE

    Ingeniería

    Santiago, Chile

    2014 - 2017

  •   Profesor Ingeniería de Proyectos Part Time

    UNIVERSIDAD TECNOLOGICA METROPOLITANA

    Ciencias

    Santiago, Chile

    2013 - 2013

  •   Profesor Hidrometalurgia Part Time

    UNIVERSIDAD DE CHILE

    Ciencias Físicas y Matemáticas

    Santiago, Chile

    2017 - 2023

  •   Profesor Minería de Litio Part Time

    UNIVERSIDAD DE CHILE

    Ciencias Físicas y Matemáticas

    Santiago, Chile

    2023 - A la fecha

Experiencia Profesional

  •   Jefe de Proyectos Full Time

    Arcadis Chile

    Santiago, Chile

    2014 - 2017

  •   Ingeniero de Proyectos Full Time

    Idesol Ingenieros S.A.

    Santiago, Chile

    2005 - 2007

  •   Ingeniero de Proyectos Full Time

    Arcadis Chile

    Santiago, Chile

    2007 - 2014

  •   Investigador Asociado Full Time

    Advanced Mining Technology Center (AMTC), UNiversidad de Chile

    Santiago, Chile

    2017 - 2020

  •   Investigador Principal Full Time

    Advanced Mining Technology Center (AMTC), UNiversidad de Chile

    Santiago, Chile

    2020 - A la fecha


 

Article (61)

Analysis of membrane fouling during microfiltration of copper sulfide precipitates
2024 roadmap on membrane desalination technology at the water-energy nexus
A DFT study of the adsorption of fouling molecules (metal sulfides and hydroxides) onto TiZrO<sub>4 </sub>ceramic membranes
Control of heap leach piles using deep reinforcement learning
Copper nanoparticles production by a novel non-dispersive membrane nanoprecipitation process
Copper sulfide precipitation from alkaline monosodium glutamate solutions
Crystal growth analysis in a membrane crystallization process using focused beam reflectance measurements (FBRM)
Green photocatalytic mixed matrix membranes for simultaneous arsenic photo-oxidation and water recovery via membrane distillation
Kinetics of regeneration of oxidative Cu(II) and Fe(III) species in aerated acid chloride leaching solutions at 75 °C
Membrane distillation-crystallization applied to a multi-ion hypersaline lithium brine for water recovery and crystallization of potassium and magnesium salts
Modeling the membrane distillation-crystallization process: Validation through the water and crystals recovery from hypersaline and multi-ion lithium brines
Recovery of copper sulfate from acidic mine waters by membrane crystallization
Study of a Copper Oxide Leaching in Alkaline Monosodium Glutamate Solution
Economic Assessment of an In Situ Leaching Operation with Ore Preconditioning Using Sublevel Stoping Techniques
On the Challenges of Applying Machine Learning in Mineral Processing and Extractive Metallurgy
Plasma-grafting surface modifications to enhance membrane hydrophobicity for brine membrane distillation
Technological tendencies for lithium production from salt lake brines: Progress and research gaps to move towards more sustainable processes
Integrated Membrane Process Coupled with Metal Sulfide Precipitation to Recover Zinc and Cyanide
Water recovery assessment from hypersaline lithium-rich brines using Membrane Distillation-Crystallization
Changing the conventional clarification method in metal sulfide precipitation by a membrane-based filtration process
Copper leaching from wastes electrical and electronic equipment (WEEE) using alkaline monosodium glutamate: Thermodynamics and dissolution tests
Copper-Modified Polymeric Membranes for Water Treatment: A Comprehensive Review
Enhancing the effectiveness of copper and cyanide recovery in gold cyanidation: A new integrated membrane process
In-situ and real-time aggregation size evolution of copper sulfide precipitates using focused beam reflectance measurement (FBRM)
Metal sulfide precipitation coupled with membrane filtration process for recovering copper from acid mine drainage
Metal Sulfide Precipitation: Recent Breakthroughs and Future Outlooks
Mo,Cu(-)doped CeO2 as Anode Material of Solid Oxide Fuel Cells (SOFCs) using Syngas as Fuel
Monitoring and Controlling Saturation Zones in Heap Leach Piles Using Thermal Analysis
Recovering water from lithium-rich brines by a fractionation process based on membrane distillation-crystallization
The Role of Solar Energy (UV-VIS-NIR) as an Assistant for Sulfide Minerals Leaching and Its Potential Application for Metal Extraction
An Experimental Study of Membrane Contactor Modules for Recovering Cyanide through a Gas Membrane Process
Deconstructing the Leaching Ratio
In situ recovery of copper sulfide ores: Alternative process schemes for bioleaching application
Influence of Multidimensional Graphene Oxide (GO) Sheets on Anti-Biofouling and Desalination Performance of Thin-Film Composite Membranes: Effects of GO Lateral Sizes and Oxidation Degree
Metal-Selective Processing from the Los Sulfatos Porphyry-Type Deposit in Chile: Co, Au, and Re Recovery Workflows Based on Advanced Geochemical Characterization
Optimizing the SART process: A critical assessment of its design criteria
Simulation of Human Small Intestinal Digestion of Starch Using an In Vitro System Based on a Dialysis Membrane Process
Understanding the Phenomenon of Copper Ions Release from Copper-Modified TFC Membranes: A Mathematical and Experimental Methodology Using Shrinking Core Model
Determination of Size Distribution of Precipitation Aggregates Using Non-Invasive Microscopy and Semiautomated Image Processing and Analysis
Impact of precipitate characteristics and precipitation-conditions on the settling performance of a sulfide precipitation process: An exhaustive characterization of the aggregation behavior
Interaction of H2O with (CuS)(n), (Cu2S)(n), and (ZnS)(n) small clusters (n=1-4, 6): relation to the aggregation characteristics of metal sulfides at aqueous solutions
A comprehensive study of glucose transfer in the human small intestine using an in vitro intestinal digestion system (i-IDS) based on a dialysis membrane process
A comprehensive study of glucose transfer in the human small intestine using an in vitro intestinal digestion system (i-IDS) based on a dialysis membrane process
Assessment of Industrial Modules to Design a GFMA Process for Cyanide Recovery Based on a Phenomenological Model
Assessment of Industrial Modules to Design a GFMA Process for Cyanide Recovery Based on a Phenomenological Model
Designing the SART process - A review
Designing the SART process ? A review
Performance evaluation of mass transfer correlations in the GFMA process: A review with perspectives to the design
Performance evaluation of mass transfer correlations in the GFMA process=> A review with perspectives to the design
Two-stage SART process: A feasible alternative for gold cyanidation plants with high zinc and copper contents
Two-Stage SART Process=> A Feasible Alternative for Gold Cyanidation Plants with High Zinc and Copper Contents
Design and cost estimation of a gas-filled membrane absorption (GFMA) process as alternative for cyanide recovery in gold mining
Design and cost estimation of a gas-filled membrane absorption (GFMA) process as alternative for cyanide recovery in gold mining
A novel process based on gas filled membrane absorption to recover cyanide in gold mining
A novel process based on gas filled membrane absorption to recover cyanide in gold mining
Predicting HCN gas generation in the SART process
Predicting HCN gas generation in the SART process
Simulation and Process Optimization of a Membrane-Based Dense Gas Extraction Using Hollow Fiber Contactors
Simulation and Process Optimization of a Membrane-Based Dense Gas Extraction Using Hollow Fiber Contactors
Modeling and simulation of mass transfer in near-critical extraction using a hollow fiber membrane contactor
Modeling and simulation of mass transfer in near-critical extraction using a hollow fiber membrane contactor

BookSection (1)

Membrane Gas Absorption Processes: Applications, Design and Perspectives

BookWhole (1)

Estimating the hydrogen cyanide generation: Thermodynamics and mass transfer

Proyecto (61)

Estudio de análisis y soporte experimental para test de neutralización y análisis de lodos
Estudio de soporte para ingeniería de perfil de planta SART proyecto Cerro Casale
ESTUDIOS PARA RECUPERACIÓN DE AGUA DESDE DIFERENTES SALMUERAS EN PLANTA DE PRODUCCIÓN DE LITIO MEDIANTE TECNOLOGÍAS DE MEMBRANAS
Technical support for the due diligence process for a lithium extraction and production project from geothermal brines
Estudio de soporte de ingeniería de lixiviación de calcopirita de Spence
Estudio de soporte procesamiento de salmueras de litio mediante nanofiltración
Evaluación experimental de procesos de remediación de aguas de contacto Muestra 2
Herramientas de proyección de la calidad de aguas ante escenarios de cambio climático para adaptar y optimizar sistemas de potabilización utilizando tecnologías avanzadas de tratamiento
Proceso de producción directa de LiOH con eficiente separación de Mg desde salmueras de litio
Simulaciones modelo fenomenológico de lixiviación con cloruro para casos con y sin thermofilm
Soporte ingeniería básica de procesos para implementación de LiSa en proyecto de Sales de Maricunga
Validación a escala piloto del proceso lisa para recuperación de agua desde salmueras hipersalinas de litio
Avances en la destilación por membranas (MD), su aplicación en el tratamiento de efluentes mineros y su valorización
Copper nanoparticles production by a novel photocatalyzed membrane nanoprecipitation process
Estudio de optimización coagulación/floculación en test de Jarras
Estudio de sinergia de integración de procesos de producción de LiOH y LiSa
Estudios de soporte complementarios de tecnologías de lixiviación in-sitú (LIS) de Codelco
Evaluación experimental de procesos de remediación de aguas de contacto
Hybrid membrane-based process to recover water and blue energy from seawater desalination brines
Novel Photothermal Nanocomposite Membranes for Solar Membrane Distillation applied to recover for water and resources from acid mining drainage
PROCESO INTEGRADO DE SEPARACIÓN POR MEMBRANA PARA LA RECUPERACIÓN DE COBRE Y AGUA DESDE DRENAJE ÁCIDO DE MINA (AMD)
A SUSTAINABLE WATER-RECOVERY PROCESS TO PURIFY AND CONCENTRATE HYPERSALINE LITHIUM BRINES EXTRACTED FROM SALT LAKES, BASED ON MEMBRANE DISTILLATION-CRYSTALLIZATION
Desarrollo de Modelo Fenomenológico de Lixiviación en Pilas de Sulfuros de Cobre en Medio Cloruro
Estudio de tecnologías de lixiviación in-sitú (LIS) aplicables a yacimientos de Codelco
Evaluación de recuperación de agua y potasio desde salmueras de Salar de Maricunga, usando el Proceso LiSa
Identificación de brechas y oportunidades para Minera Michilla
Proceso integrado de separación por membranas para la recuperación de cianuro y metales de valor en minería de oro y plata
Un novedoso método para recuperar agua y purificar salmueras de litio, basado en tecnologías de separación por membranas
Support study for the understanding of gold loses in Paracatú cyanidation plant
Support study for the understanding of gold losses in Paracatú cyanidation plant
Development of membrane separation processes applied to mining issues
Development of membrane separation processes applied to mining issues
Development of non-evaporative process to concentrate and purify Lithium brines
Development of non-evaporative process to concentrate and purify Lithium brines, based on membrane distillation-crystallization technologies
Development of technologies for the treatment of several sources of water associated with the mining process
Developments of Membrane Separation Technologies for Current and Future Challenges in Mining Industry
Experimental study of Bioseal filtration by membranes
Gangue Leachibility
Gangue Leachibility
Integrated phenomenological model of sulfide heap leaching: from theory to the industrial application
Resources valorization using sustainable and compacts processes
Resources valorization using sustainable and compacts processes
Review study of process design for Lobo Marte project
Review study of the SART plant design for Lobo Marte project
Review study of the SART plant design for Lobo Marte project
Selective solar leaching of sulfide minerals and complex metallurgical products
Selective solar leaching of sulfide minerals and complex metallurgical products
Understanding the impact of the physiological conditions of the human stomach on intestinal lipid bioavailability using an integrated in vitro gastric system with real-time and on-line monitoring
Understanding the impact of the physiological conditions of the human stomach on intestinal lipid bioavailability using an integrated in vitro gastric system with real-time and on-line monitoring
Application of Kraton Corporation tall oil products as binders for copper ore agglomeration
Application of Kraton Corporation tall oil products as binders for copper ore agglomeration
Estudio de Absorción de Amoniaco mediante membranas de fibra hueca
Estudio de absorción de amoniaco mediante membranas de fibra hueca
PROCESO INTEGRADO DE SEPARACIÓN POR MEMBRANAS PARA LA RECUPERACIÓN DE CIANURO Y METALES DE VALOR EN LA MINERÍA DE ORO Y PLATA
Proceso Integrado de Separación con Membranas para la Recuperación de Cianuro y Metales de Valor en la Minería de Oro y Plata
New applications of copper nanoparticles from mining products on emerging technologies for Desalination Process and Energy production
New applications of copper nanoparticles from mining products on emerging technologies for Desalination Process and Energy production
Development of technologies for the treatment of several sources of water associated with the mining process
In Situ Mining: Design and implementation
In Situ Mining=> design and implementation
Sustainable novel technologies for lithium brine processing

Review (3)

A review towards selective cobalt recovery in solvent extraction: Potential of ionic liquids as diluents and extractants
Membrane technology for a sustainable copper mining industry: The Chilean paradigm
Prediction of Permeate Flux in Ultrafiltration Processes: A Review of Modeling Approaches
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Humberto Estay

Investigador Principal

AMTC

Universidad de Chile

Santiago, Chile

14
Michelle Quilaqueo

Ingeniera de Investigación

AMTC

Universidad de Chile

Santiago, Chile

13
Lorena Barros

Ingeniero de Investigación

AMTC

Universidad de Chile

Santiago, Chile

11
Julio Romero

Full Professor

Departamento de Ingeniería Química y Bioprocesos

UNIVERSIDAD DE SANTIAGO DE CHILE

Santiago, Chile

9
Gabriel Seriche

Investigador

Advanced Mining Technology Center (AMTC)

Universidad de Chile

Santiago, Chile

7
Elizabeth Troncoso

Profesora Asociada

Departamento de Química

Universidad Tecnológica Metropolitana

Santiago, Chile

7
René Ruby

Researcher

UNIVERSIDAD TECNOLOGICA METROPOLITANA

San Joaquín, Chile

3
Diego Cortés

Académico No Regular

Programa Institucional de Fomento a la Investigación, Desarrollo e Innovación

Universidad Tecnológica Metropolitana

Santiago, Chile

3
Rodrigo Quezada

Investigador

Advanced Mining Technology Center

Universidad de Chile

Santiago, Chile

3
Andreina García

Investigador

Advanced Mining Technology Center (AMTC)

Universidad de Chile

Santiago, Chile

2
Bárbara Rodríguez

Académica/Investigadora

Centro de Investigación en Recursos Naturales y Sustentabilidad

Universidad Bernardo O'Higgins

Santiago, Chile

2
Carol González

Ingeniero de Investigación

AMTC

Universidad de Chile

Santiago, Chile

2
Simon Diaz

Ingeniero de Investigación

Advanced Mining Technology Center

Universidad de Chile

Santiago, Chile

2
Rommy Zúñiga

Académico Jornada completa

Biotecnología

Universidad Tecnológica Metropolitana

Santiago, Chile

1
Sergio González

Full-time researcher

Ingeniería Química y Biotecnología

Universidad de Chile

Santiago, Chile

1
Hugo Giraldo

Postdoctoral Researcher ANID 2020

Advanced Mining Technology Center (AMTC)

Universidad de Chile

Santiago , Chile

1
Melanie Colet

Profesora Asistente

Ingeniería Química, Biotecnología y Materiales

Universidad de Chile

Santiago, Chile

1
Isaac Diaz

Profesor Asistente

Ingeniería Química y Bioprocesos

Universidad de Santiago de Chile

Santiago, RM, Chile

1
jacqueline hidalgo

post-doc

ingenieria quimica

universidad de chile

santiago, Chile

1
Kerry Wrighton

Postdoctoral research

Programa Institucional de fomento a la I+D+i

Universidad Tecnológica Metropolitana

Santiago, Chile

1
Diego Fuentealba

Profesor

Informática y Computación

Universidad Tecnológica Metropolitana

Santiago, Chile

1
German Velasquez

ACADEMICO

Universidad de Concepción

Concepción, Chile

1
Mauricio Correa

INVESTIGADOR ASOCIADO

AMTC

UNIVERSIDAD DE CHILE

SANTIAGO, Chile

1
Jaime Gómez

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San Antonio, Chile

1
Vania Rojas

Profesional de Investigación

Advanced Mining Technology Center (AMTC), Universidad de Chile

santiago, Chile

1
René Cabezas

Academico

Departamento Química Ambiental

Universidad Católica de la Santisima Concepción

Concepción , Chile

1
Gastón Merlet

Profesor Asistente

Agroindustrias

Universidad de Concepción

Chillán, Chile

1
Daniel Zamora

Ingeniero de proyectos de investigación

AMTC

Universidad de Chile / AMTC

Santiago, Chile

1
FRANCISCO CUBILLOS

Head

UNIVERSIDAD DE SANTIAGO DE CHILE

SANTIAGO, Chile

1
Eduardo Vyhmeister

Docente e Investigador

Ingeniería

Universidad de las Fuerzas Armadas, ESPE

Latacunga, Ecuador

1
Fernando Valenzuela

Profesor Titular

Ciencia de los Alimentos y Tecnología Química

UNIVERSIDAD DE CHILE, FACULTAD DE CIENCIAS QUÍMICAS Y FARMACÉUTICAS

Santiago, Chile

1
Karla Pérez

Ingeniera de investigación

AMTC

Advanced Mining Technology Center – Universidad de Chile

Santiago, Chile