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Curtin University has announced a new $3 million research collaboration with Mining Process Solutions (MPS), a division of Draslovka a.s. (Draslovka), to commercialise a safer more sustainable mineral extraction technology in the resources sector.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The project, one of 47 research initiatives supported by the Resources Technology and Critical Minerals Trailblazer to date, will focus on advancing glycine leaching technology through a new Innovative Leaching Research Project Team led by Curtin University\u2019s Associate Professor Elsayed Oraby<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cThe non-toxic amino acid has the potential to replace hazardous chemicals like cyanide in mineral extraction processes,\u201d Associate Professor Oraby said.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cThe safer and more sustainable process is particularly suited for extracting valuable metals including gold, copper, cobalt, and nickel from ore, making it a critical innovation in the evolving minerals sector.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Trailblazer Director Rohan McDougall said the project would see Curtin\u2019s postdoctoral researchers and PhD candidates work alongside technical experts from Draslovka as part of the project team.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cThis initiative exemplifies the value of industry-academia partnerships in strengthening Australia\u2019s critical minerals sector,\u201d Mr McDougall said.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cIt\u2019s just one example of how the Resources Technology and Critical Minerals Trailblazer, funded through the Federal Government\u2019s Trailblazer Universities Program, is accelerating the development and application of innovative technologies.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Draslovka\u2019s MPS will provide $2 million and Curtin University\u2019s Trailblazer $1 million to fund the research collaboration.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Chief Technology Officer, Ivor Bryan said Draslovka was thrilled to be working with Curtin University to realise full-scale commercial implementation following a decade of pilot studies.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cThe potential for glycine leaching to replace traditional, hazardous chemicals is a game-changer for our industry,\u201d Mr Bryan said.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cBy combining Draslovka\u2019s technical expertise with Curtin\u2019s innovative research, we are positioned to deliver meaningful advancements in sustainability and safety across mining operations worldwide.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n

To date the Resources Technology and Critical Minerals Trailblazer has committed $102 million to 47 research initiatives which includes $67.6 million from industry partners including BHP, Rio Tinto, Lynas, Woodside Energy, Cadoux, Sakura Ferroalloys, and Xcalibur.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Funding has been provided by Curtin University, The University of Queensland and James Cook University, Trailblazer industry partners, and the Department of Education\u2019s Trailblazer Universities Program.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The funding supports cutting-edge advancements in exploration, production and downstream processing to advance Australia\u2019s exploration and mining operations.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Companies and researchers working in the critical minerals sector seeking to accelerate new technology development and implementation are encouraged to connect with the Trailblazer team.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

For more information, visit the Trailblazer website: https:\/\/rtcm-trailblazer.au\/<\/a>.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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