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Mussel-inspired technology efficiently recovers neodymium from wastewater

Researchers at Penn State University developed a new mussel-inspired nanocellulose coating that has demonstrated "remarkable, even surprising" ability to recover rare earth elements.

Staff Writer | August 13, 2023 | 7:48 am

Routes of electric trackless vehicles may be inspired by honeybees

The foraging behaviour of honeybees might be useful in figuring…

Staff Writer | August 11, 2023 | 5:25 am

University researchers advance renewable mining strategies in Wyoming’s Powder River Basin

Research is to show that aligning power consumption with renewable…

Staff Writer | August 8, 2023 | 2:30 pm

Gemstones ‘spill the beans’ on ancient trade routes

Modern techniques applied to gemstones help uncover ancient trade routes.

Staff Writer | August 6, 2023 | 7:24 am

Rio Tinto releases interactive map of tailings facilities

Miner reveals detailed information on 14 of its global tailings…

Staff Writer | August 4, 2023 | 12:34 pm

How the state of Wyoming could supply the US with rare earth elements

Industry innovators are tapping coal and its waste streams to extract rare earths, 17 essential elements to realizing an electrified economy.

Amanda Stutt | November 18, 2022 | 1:51 pm

BHP, Rio Tinto, Fortescue launch pilot program to create safer workplaces

The pilot program will be completed by volunteers who are currently undertaking apprenticeships or traineeships with the three companies.

Staff Writer | November 17, 2022 | 6:12 am

Scientists learn what it takes to develop gold-based meta-materials

Researchers have achieved first insights into engineering crystal growth by atomically precise metal nanoclusters.

Staff Writer | November 16, 2022 | 5:15 am

Navajo Transitional Energy earns two national awards for mine safety and stewardship

Navajo mine received both a Sentinels of Safety and a National Reclamation award in a single year.

Staff Writer | November 15, 2022 | 1:36 pm

Scientists dig for answers inside mineral-rich meteorites

The goal is to learn how the young earth acquired the ingredients essential for life.

Staff Writer | November 13, 2022 | 5:24 am

Integra’s Andrée St-Germain on overcoming self-doubt and ‘paying your dues’: Mining Legends Speaker Series interview

Mining Legends Speaker Series pairs CMHF inductees with accomplished young talent.

Amanda Stutt | November 11, 2022 | 10:29 am

Growing human rights focus in due diligence for lenders

The growing focus on human rights goes well beyond the operational realm into a mining project’s entire upstream and downstream supply chain.

By Vassie Maharaj and Dr Vidette Bester, SRK Consulting | November 10, 2022 | 12:54 pm

Metal detectorist finds Viking Age silver treasure

Forty-six silver objects found by accident in central Norway turned out to be a Viking Age treasure.

Staff Writer | November 9, 2022 | 7:00 am

World’s CO2 hotspots pinpointed by Al Gore-backed climate project

The website "Climate Trace" includes maps and data on 72,000 power plants, oil refineries, airports and more to offer “radical climate transparency.”

Bloomberg News | November 9, 2022 | 3:17 am

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