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
Our Vision & Strategy
MRIWA seeks to ensure minerals research delivers value to Western Australia.
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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:
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Hydrometallurgical Processing for Nickel and Cobalt Ores, Concentrates, Tailings, Wastes – Stage 2 (FBI CRC Project No. 029)
The project advanced methods for recovering nickel, cobalt and copper from ores, concentrates, tailings and waste streams.
Published: 29 May 2026
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Event Date: Wednesday 3 June 2026
WOMEN ADVANCING MINERALS RESEARCH
3 June 2026 MRIWA : Core Innovation Hub Supporting female led research in the minerals industry
Published: 2 April 2026