TerraSur Geophysics was founded with the purpose of connecting academic knowledge to industry through geophysical‑modeling solutions for sectors such as mining and water prospecting. Our services aim to reduce processing times, enabling clients to make fast and efficient decisions.
Our mission is to develop and deliver AI‑based geophysical‑modeling solutions that provide rapid, reliable results meeting the rigorous standards of the natural‑resource‑exploration industry.
Our vision is to become a leading company in geophysical modeling in Chile, expanding its reach to strategic international markets in the near future.
Our values are quality, adaptability, and creativity, ensuring that our internal processes and services align with the technical and ethical requirements of the geophysical industry, and we are proud to bring this expertise from the Biobío region of Chile.
Funding
We secured public funding through the ANID Startup Ciencia 2024 grant competition (project code SUC240150). We are actively pursuing additional funding to support the next phase of development.
Team
Our team combines expertise in numerical modelling, machine learning, geophysics and business development.
Vicente Yáñez Cuadra M.Sc. - CEO and CTO
I oversee the company’s technology strategy and design the deep‑learning model. I led the development of our main technology from TRL 3 to TRL 5. My background includes geophysical data processing, data science, and deep learning, with peer‑reviewed publications. I founded TerraSur Geofísica SpA to build a scientific‑technology‑driven business.
Nicole Krumm Nualart, M.Sc. - CFO
I steer the commercial strategy, client outreach, and connections with the innovation ecosystem. My experience spans the mining sector, innovation ecosystems, optimization, big‑data analytics, and machine learning.
Natalia Díaz Salazar, M.Sc. - Geophysicist
I specialize in inverse models, focusing on Bayesian methods for high‑dimensional problems. I also bring a solid background in seismology and earthquake research, enriching our team’s capability to tackle complex geophysical challenges.
Katarzyna Anna Ślęzak, Ph.D. - Geophysicist
I offer extensive experience with magnetotelluric (MT) data acquisition, modeling, and interpretation, backed by high‑impact publications and an international research network. I trained the team on MT fundamentals, benchmarked forward‑modeling codes, and connected the project with leading MT academics worldwide.