Minerals Down Under Flagship

Bringing CSIRO research to the minerals industry.

CSIRO Land and Water undertakes research focusing on the measurement and prediction of the availability and condition of Australia’s land and water resources.

Maia was developed to produce high-definition, quantitative elemental images with microscopic or nanoscopic detail in real-time.

The minerals and metal production industries are constantly evolving in different and exciting directions. CSIRO is at the forefront of research and development in this sector and we will bring the latest breakthroughs straight to you, through our new magazine, resourceful.

earthmatters magazine was CSIRO's longstanding publication in exploration and mining. It is no longer in print, but past issues are available online free of charge.

Dr de Vries has worked as a materials scientist in aluminium smelting. Her broad experience, coupled with her knowledge of environmental issues and reduction cell construction, means that she brings a practical industry-based view to the use of sustainable materials.

The October issue of Process explores the importance of measurement in the minerals industry and highlights key initiatives that CSIRO is working on to improve existing measurement systems in the industry. (12 pages)

The October 2008 issue shows how CSIRO is collaborating with research partners to maintain our scientific edge and help Australia's minerals industry maintain its competitive edge. (12 pages)

The June 2011 issue of Process celebrates the International Year of Chemistry by exploring the wide-ranging impact of chemical research on minerals processing. (12 pages)

The June 2009 issue of Process looks at a diverse range of projects that aim to improve the environmental, economic and social sustainability of Australia's minerals and coal industries. (12 pages)

The June 2008 issue shows how CSIRO research is helping the minerals industry achieve improvements today and achieve economic and environmental sustainability for the future. (12 pages)

The February 2011 issue of Process highlights a number of projects where CSIRO’s expertise is being applied to increase the economic and environmental viability of mineral processes. (12 pages)

Mr Jock Cunningham leads CSIRO's research into metalliferous mining. He specialises in advanced and automated practices in mining.

The February issue of Process showcases the best articles from the last 20 years. It highlights the important research CSIRO has undertaken and continues to undertake in the minerals and metal production sector. (12 pages)

Mr Jonathan Law is the Director of the Minerals Down Under Flagship, which aims to work with industry and partners to help address Australia’s key national challenges and opportunities in the minerals domain.

Dr Stephen Giugni: Deputy Director, Minerals Down Under Flagship.

Mr Mark Cooksey is working on optimising existing production process and developing new processes.

Dr Leon Prentice is a chemical engineer with expertise in the development of novel processes and materials, and experience in processing minerals and metals and developing biomaterials.

Dr Neal Wai Poi has experience in technical project management in research and industry, in commercial management of companies and strategic management at board level.

Production of magnesium currently relies on an energy intensive, inefficient process that is relatively slow and costly. Light Metals Flagship research is investigating alternative production pathways that will cut production costs and boost energy efficiency.

Enhancing the global competitiveness of our light metals industry

CSIRO is working to improve the understanding of Australian uranium mineral systems in the Northern Territory and South Australia.

Minerals Down Under e-newsletters help keep subscribers up-to-date with the latest research results along with information on many of the critical people working with the Minerals Down Under National Research Flagship.

In this vodcast, we follow a team of CSIRO scientists as they journey through the Burrup Peninsula in Western Australia examining ancient Aboriginal rock art for any changes in colour, contrast or chemical composition possibly brought on from emissions from local industry. (7:01)

With the threat of climate change, the mining industry in Australia, like many other industries, is keen to explore new technology to help reduce the use of fossil fuels and resulting greenhouse gas emissions. (4:30)