Microbes help deal with uranium in groundwater, spent nuclear fuel repositories

A chemical process for the removal of uranium from groundwater has been discovered.

Staff Writer | May 23, 2023 | 6:10 am

Scientists purify uranium-laden water using magnetic bacteria

Magnetotactic bacteria can accumulate dissolved heavy metal in their cell walls.

Staff Writer | May 18, 2023 | 6:19 am

Bill banning uranium imports from Russia passes US House subcommittee

The United States imported about 14% of its uranium from Russia in 2021.

Reuters | May 17, 2023 | 7:53 am

Russia uranium deal caused manager exodus at Kazakh mining giant

Russia accounts for half the world’s uranium enrichment capacity but relies on imports of Kazakh ore to supply its plants.

Bloomberg News | May 16, 2023 | 7:29 am

The Russian nuclear company the West can’t live without

Germany's Nukem Technologies is a niche player in Rosatom’s global empire.

Bloomberg News | May 13, 2023 | 11:07 am

Top uranium miner Kazatomprom to develop own rare metals deposit

The company's subsidiary, Ulba Metallurgical Plant, will be tasked with determining the potential of the Verkhny Irgiz deposit.

Cecilia Jamasmie | May 5, 2023 | 3:49 am

Nuclear power plants may play key role in America’s fight against climate change – report

Researchers published a report that states that nuclear power plants slated to close by 2050 in the US could be among the most important players in addressing climate change.

Staff Writer | May 4, 2023 | 6:06 am

G-7’s nuclear fuel pact offers boost for Canadian uranium deals

Canada is the world’s second-largest uranium producer and home to nuclear fuel maker Cameco Corp.

Bloomberg News | April 18, 2023 | 3:38 pm

Uranium price showing resilience relative to other commodities – report

"Over the long term, increased demand in the face of an uncertain uranium supply may likely support a sustained bull market," says Sprott Asset Management.

MINING.com Editor | April 18, 2023 | 10:41 am

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