Minerals research advancing Western Australia
We support applied minerals research projects to create capability and deliver economic and social benefit for Western Australia
Collaborative research leadership
We partner with industry, the research community and government to activate innovation and research networks
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Accelerating net zero emission mining
See the activities MRIWA is supporting to reduce emissions in the sector
Supporting knowledge transfer from research into practice
Details of all projects funded by the Minerals Research Institute of Western Australia (MRIWA) and its predecessors are publicly available. Our research projects span six key program areas:
Featured Project
4D evolution of WA ore systems: rutile – pathfinder to ores
Project Number: M0448
Latest News
MRIWA Scholars inspire and engage at the inaugural PhD Showcase
Exposure to the research of MRIWA’s dynamic PhD students inspired spirited conversation and sharing of ideas at this live networking event
Published: 4 August 2021
Upcoming Events
Event Date: Wednesday 13 October 2021
MRIWA Net Zero Emission Mining WA Conference
This conference will tackle key issues to achieving net zero emissions mining
Published: 22 June 2021