WHY DO WE NEED MINERALS RESEARCH?

Understanding the mining life cycle offers students a powerful real‑world example of why STEM skills matter. From exploration to closure and even beyond—every stage relies on scientific research, creative problem‑solving, and evidence‑based environmental stewardship. This event will unpack how geoscientists, chemists, engineers, data analysts, ecologists and innovators work together to find minerals more sustainably, minimise impact, protect ecosystems, and restore land long after mining ends.

By showing students how scientific thinking drives cleaner technologies, greener processes, and smarter resource use, we can inspire the next generation of STEM leaders to imagine and create the low‑footprint mines of the future. Join us to discover how minerals research can energise your science classroom and empower students to tackle global sustainability challenges.

Through inspiring keynotes, interactive panels, and honest conversations, we’ll challenge misconceptions and empower students to see minerals research as a pathway to meaningful, real‑world impact.

We invite you and your students to register your interest in our inaugural event, designed to spark curiosity, encourage lateral thinking, and support aspiring young leaders as they imagine the low‑footprint, environmentally responsible mines of the future.

SPEAKERS

Suzy Urbaniak OAM

CoRE Lead,  CoRE Learning Foundation

Anel Joubert

ESG Manager, Lotus Resources

Tyler Sujdovic

Executive Director Resource and Environmental Compliance, Department of Mines, Petroleum and Exploration

Dr Marco Fiorentini

Professor – Director ARC Training Centre in Critical Resources for the Future – School of Earth and Oceans, UWA

DETAILS

Date: Wednesday 22.04.2026
Time: 10:00am – 12:00pm
Location: State Library Theatre, Perth Cultural Centre, 25 Francis Street, Perth WA 6000

REGISTER HERE