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Scientists search for dark matter in the depths of an abandoned gold mine

Researchers want to lure a hypothesized particle from outer space to the Sanford Underground Research Facility, housed in a former gold mine in South Dakota.

Staff Writer | February 7, 2023 | 6:30 am

The history and the future of mining in Australia

Mining in Australia is famous worldwide due to its fascinating…

Jon Taylor - CSG Talent | February 7, 2023 | 6:05 am

Teck, BCIT to boost research on copper’s antimicrobial properties

The mining company and the institute of technology just launched…

Staff Writer | February 5, 2023 | 12:42 pm

Women in Mining Spotlight: Alison White

Alison White, executive vice president and chief financial officer of…

Amanda Stutt | February 2, 2023 | 10:08 am

Naskapi Nation, Iron Ore Company of Canada sign socio-economic “Aganow” agreement

The agreement aims to create opportunities for greater participation by…

Staff Writer | February 1, 2023 | 6:41 am

Odds ‘n’ Sods: Local justice in Bulgaria

A small team heads to the southwest to explore for sediment-hosted gold close to the borders with Greece and Macedonia.

Ralph Rushton | April 5, 2022 | 2:32 pm

Lab-grown ultra-uniform nanodiamonds now a reality

Ultra-uniform nanodiamonds are crucial for drug delivery, sensors and quantum computer processors.

Staff Writer | April 4, 2022 | 6:06 am

How plants support remediation efforts in areas affected by the Fundão dam disaster

Brazilian researchers found that Southern cattail is effective in mitigating the environmental impact of iron ore tailings and trace elements such as nickel, chrome, copper and lead.

Valentina Ruiz Leotaud | April 3, 2022 | 7:44 am

Mining’s latest pivot means adjusting to a higher-cost world

At the mine site, the costs of key inputs have risen dramatically from their 2020 pandemic lows, when covid lockdowns caused a period of deflation.

Alisha Hiyate | March 31, 2022 | 10:49 am

The rare earth problem must be solved by innovating, not just playing catch up

For the third time in a decade, the clouds are gathering above rare earths.

Tom Grainger | March 30, 2022 | 3:35 pm

Teck and University of British Columbia partner to install antimicrobial copper on campus

Health Canada-registered copper patches have been installed in public areas on surfaces including door handles and railings in nine UBC Applied Science buildings.

Staff Writer | March 29, 2022 | 1:08 pm

This is why lithium-sulphur batteries have a short life

Researchers at Uppsala University say some bottlenecks need to be eliminated to improve the performance of lithium-sulphur batteries.

Staff Writer | March 29, 2022 | 5:25 am

Mining among sectors more affected by climate change in the US

A recent study led by University of Cambridge researchers looked at the environmental impact over five decades.

Staff Writer | March 28, 2022 | 6:06 am

Mining sector needs to rebrand to attract Gen Z talent – report

Global study by BDO states that nearly half of the world’s natural resources organizations find it difficult to attract and retain early-career professionals.

Naimul Karim | March 25, 2022 | 6:00 am

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