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Direct metal extraction under electro-kinetic forcing – opening the possibility of a low-impact mining future.
Published: 16 February 2026
At MRIWA, we are proud to align with this bold vision by fostering collaborative research that addresses the challenges and opportunities facing WA’s mining sector.
Discover how cutting-edge tools and techniques are being adapted and applied across seemingly unrelated fields to break new ground and solve complex challenges.
The Cook Government has unveiled an ambitious 10-Year Science and Technology Plan designed to leverage Western Australia’s rapidly expanding capabilities in science and technology.
Mineral carbonation is a naturally occurring process where CO₂ reacts with minerals to form stable, solid carbonates.
UltraFine+® Next Gen Analytics offers purpose built data integration tools delivering new insights for precious, base and critical metals exploration.
The Carbon Innovation Grants Program focuses on fostering innovation in heavy industry by funding the development and deployment of technologies designed to reduce greenhouse gas emissions
By adding the key of time constraint to understanding evolving geological boundaries, this research helps guide future mineral exploration in the Yilgarn.
For industry leaders and stakeholders, this event is a unique opportunity to gain valuable insights into the future of WA’s manufacturing landscape and the critical role industrial land plays in supporting it.
Since 2021, tickets have sold out annually, proving that this conference is one you can’t afford to miss.
The development of AR core logging represents a significant leap toward more efficient, data-driven exploration in the mineral resources sector, offering a glimpse into the future of geology and mining operations.
In-situ recovery can extract minerals from beneath the surface without the disruption of conventional mine development. New research supported by the Minerals Research Institute of Western Australia expands our understanding of how to make this process work for a range of valuable metals.
Portable PPB’s vision for detectORE™, an innovative in-field low-level gold detector, found resonance with MRIWA’s mission to foster innovation in the minerals sector.
