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Pleased to share the publication of my latest research with Roussos Dimitrakopoulos (COSMO - STOCHASTIC MINE PLANNING LABORATORY, McGill University): "Integrating geometallurgy in the simulation of processing plant responses and applying policy gradient for shovel allocation in operating mining complexes." 💡The paper discusses the uncertainty and variability associated with processing plant responses (such as mill throughput and reagent consumption) and proposes a new method to simulate these attributes. The approach is included in a simultaneous framework for short-term planning of mining complexes, which also considers uncertainty from geological attributes and equipment performance. https://lnkd.in/eWREP6sa

Open invitation to anyone (scientists, contractors, ...) who would like to publish their study in the context of deep-sea mining for polymetallic nodules in a special issue of the open access journal Elementa. Edited by Jeffrey Drazen, Jessica Fitzsimmons and myself. So far we have 15 tentative titles on the books; watch this space https://lnkd.in/exxrAEJV

Curious about the accepted abstracts for the International Future Mining Conference in Sydney this September? We caught up with Professor Serkan Saydam FAusIMM, Conference Chair and esteemed academic from UNSW, to get the inside scoop on his top picks of abstracts and why he's so impressed! "These selected works showcase advancements in areas such as multiphysics modelling inspired by space exploration, future scenarios for sustainable mining, inclusive future workforce, green mineral exports, leadership in decarbonisation, and cutting-edge digital technologies. Collectively, these abstracts highlight the dynamic and transformative potential within the mining industry, pointing towards a future that is both technologically advanced and environmentally responsible." Read full article here: https://lnkd.in/g4F9gEem

Curious about the accepted abstracts for the International Future Mining Conference in Sydney this September? We caught up with Professor Serkan Saydam FAusIMM, Conference Chair and esteemed academic from UNSW, to get the inside scoop on his top picks of abstracts and why he's so impressed! "These selected works showcase advancements in areas such as multiphysics modelling inspired by space exploration, future scenarios for sustainable mining, inclusive future workforce, green mineral exports, leadership in decarbonisation, and cutting-edge digital technologies. Collectively, these abstracts highlight the dynamic and transformative potential within the mining industry, pointing towards a future that is both technologically advanced and environmentally responsible." Read full article here: https://lnkd.in/g4F9gEem

Why have we partnered with the Colorado School of Mines (Mines) and Virginia Polytechnic Institute (VT)? The carbon sequestration potential of Nikolai will be researched by a team of experts from Mines and VT who have been awarded an Advanced Research Projects Agency – Energy (ARPA-E) grant to study the carbonation potential of ore deposit waste streams. The research will be performed under the umbrella of the Center to Advance the Science of Exploration to Reclamation in Mining (CASERM), a premier joint research center between the two schools, supported in part by the United States National Science Foundation and the United States Geological Survey. TSX-V: AEMC | OTCQB: AKEMF

🚨 New Article Alert! 🚨 Check out our latest post on Stocknews24.com! 📰 First Phosphate has released a compelling University Research Note on their igneous rock phosphate ore bodies. This research dives deep into the company's unique approach and the implications for the broader phosphate industry. 🧪💡 Stay informed about key developments in the resource sector and discover the latest breakthroughs in mining and technology. Read more: https://lnkd.in/dnP_hd-x #PhosphateMining #FirstPhosphate #ResourceSector #StockNews #MiningInnovation #StockNews24 #Research

I am pleased to share the panel presented at the 51st CBG, developed alongside Caio Tavares and Murillo Costa, where we discussed the use of Principal Component Analysis (PCA) to aid in mapping LCT-type pegmatites in the Borborema Province. The PCA approach applied to Sentinel-2 multispectral images enabled the identification of subtle spectral variations, helping to accurately delineate pegmatite swarms. This technique proved particularly effective in semi-arid regions, where pegmatites are exposed at the surface. Additionally, we developed a web application that facilitates the visualization and comparison of results, making the analysis more accessible to professionals and researchers focused on mineral exploration. Web Application link: https://lnkd.in/dmB62xE5 It was a great satisfaction to share these innovations that are driving the exploration of critical elements for the global energy transition, such as lithium found in these pegmatites. This work reinforces our commitment to innovation and sustainability in mining.

The role of scientists in shaping Arctic futures: Unintentional promotion and responsibility in deep-sea mining #Arctic #DeepSeaMining #Environment #Europe #Mining #World https://lnkd.in/ds7ZbeEN

🇨🇦 Deep-Sea Mining: "Researchers say oxygen is being produced on the ocean floor. The mining company funding them isn't happy" 🌊 ⛏ (Nature Geoscience Study Results attached) The study has found that metallic nodules on the ocean floor might be producing oxygen from seawater. Oxygen is being produced on the ocean floor — seemingly by ancient lumps of metal — according to a new study. That discovery is putting the scientists behind it at odds with the Canada-based mining company that funded them. "We were the worst critics of this paper for a long time," Andrew Sweetman of the Scottish Association for Marine Science, who led the study, said in a statement. "For eight years I discarded the data showing oxygen production, thinking my sensors were faulty. Once we realized something may be going on, we tried to disprove it, but in the end we simply couldn't." The discovery has profound implications for our understanding of..... 👉 Article: https://lnkd.in/d_Y6dDrs 👉 Nature Geoscience Study Results (also attached): https://lnkd.in/dg5bBTT3 🎯 TA RawMaterials: https://lnkd.in/d_Np2KpZ #deepseamining #criticalminerals #manganese #batterymetals #energytransition #mining

For years, proponents of deep sea mining have eyed small metallic lumps that line much of the ocean floor. These polymetallic nodules are rich in manganese, nickel, and cobalt, all used in lithium-ion batteries. But new research shows the nodules might already be a kind of battery—one that might be playing an important role in the deep-sea ecosystem. https://lnkd.in/ggkZFya8