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Sustainable Minerals Institute

Locality: Brisbane, Queensland, Australia

Phone: +61 7 3346 4003

Address: Corner Staff House Road and College Road, The University of Queensland 4000 Brisbane, QLD, Australia

Website: http://www.smi.uq.edu.au

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25.01.2022 Do you know an UQ Honours or PhD student with an interest in process control? SMI is offering two free positions for postgraduate students in Assoc Prof Mohsen Yahyaei and Dr Francisco Reyes' upcoming Process Control and Analytics online course! To enter, all you need to do is explain in 500 words how completing this course will assist you in your studies and future career and send it to Assoc Prof Yahyaei ([email protected]) by COB 27 July. Covering basic to advanced proc...ess control, this short course has been designed for both junior and senior metallurgists, as well as engineering students. The course adopts a practical approach to all of the topics with real-life case studies and best practices. It will provide attendees with the basic understanding of process control, and knowledge of the key aspects to consider when designing and operating process control loops. You can read more about the course at smi.uq.edu.au/event/session/6057. MAMA UQ UQ MESS UQU Association of Postgraduate Students - APS

24.01.2022 At next Tuesdays SMI Webinar Dr Doug Aitken will discuss the background, methods and results of a SMI-CODELCO project that aimed to support future operational sustainability and resilience in Central Chile mining operations, with a particular emphasis on water and tailings management. Doug is the Sustainability Project Leader at SMI-ICE Chile. He completed his PhD in Environmental Engineering at The University of Edinburgh, Scotland. His works on engineering planning and design experience focus on implementing sustainability. Doug has worked in industry and academia, in the development of projects on water management, bioenergy generation and sustainability analysis. To watch the webinar live download Zoom and register at https://smi.uq.edu.au/event/session/7245. The webinar will also be made available on SMI's YouTube channel.

23.01.2022 Develop your knowledge of Process Control and Analytics - JKMRC's Mohsen Yahyaei has developed a new online course for plant managers, metallurgists and students looking to add practical knowledge to their skillset. Registrations open for course on 10 - 13 August https://bit.ly/38xDMyh UQ Engineering and Technology UQ Chemical Engineering Student Community UQ Mining Engineering UQ 4th Year Mining/Metallurgy

23.01.2022 Great news Queensland! From 1am Friday 22 January, restrictions will be easing in Greater Brisbane, including some of the requirements on masks. While not man...datory, you are encouraged to: carry a mask with you at all times when you leave home wear a mask when travelling on public transport, in a taxi or ride share or in shopping centres wear a mask in any indoor or outdoor space when physical distancing is not possible. You must wear your mask when at an airport or on a domestic or international flight departing or arriving in Queensland Some of the other restrictions easing, which brings Greater Brisbane in line with the rest of Queensland, include: Gatherings in homes increased to 50 people and 100 people in public spaces Indoor premises increased to one person per 2 square metres bars, restaurants, cafes, places of worship, museums and art galleries, including eating and drinking while standing. Up to 200 people at a wedding, and dancing permitted 500 people permitted at indoor events with COVID Safe Event Checklist 100% capacity at seated, ticketed venues (wearing masks for venue entry and exit encouraged) Outdoor events increased to 1500 people with a COVID Safe Event Checklist. Larger events require a COVID Safe Plan Open air stadiums increased to 100% capacity (wearing masks for venue entry and exit encouraged) Dancing permitted at all indoor and outdoor venues, including nightclubs, festivals, beer gardens etc. subject to one person per 2 square metre rule. This is all due to Queensland’s tremendous efforts in tackling COVID-19 to every person we say thank you! Find out more about the latest easing of restrictions and what this means for you https://www.qld.gov.au//current-s/public-health-directions

22.01.2022 At this weeks JKMRC Friday Seminar, RMIT University's Dr Gavin Mudd will explore mining's nuanced role in a circular economy and explain why, if an ideal circular economy means everything is recycled, the industry will be sticking around. Dr Gavin Mudd has been at the forefront of research on the environmental impacts, management and sustainability of mining for over 20 years. As a self-confessed data junkie, his research has built unique and extensive data sets to examine this history of mining, linking these to the growing environmental risks from modern mining and the needs for sustainable development. To watch the webinar live download Zoom and register at https://smi.uq.edu.au/event/session/7120. The webinar will also be made available on SMI's YouTube channel.

22.01.2022 'There's more to say after R U OK?' Join UQ Life and the Student Services Counselling team for various online and on campus workshops and activities: https://life.uq.edu.au/ruokday2020 credit: mytotoyaya

21.01.2022 UQ Women in Engineering has just launched their new podcast 'But Seriously, What is Engineering?' - go check it out! In episode 1, hear mechanical engineering student Isabelle Fleming chat about how shes becoming a successful entrepreneur while still at UQ. Episode 2 is coming later this week. UQ Engineering and Technology

21.01.2022 Reminder that this is tomorrow at 12:15pm! If you have any friends that are interested in postgraduate study, this is a great opportunity for them to learn more.

21.01.2022 "Olivia Mejías, researcher geologist at SMI-ICE-Chile was accepted to perform a PhD at the Sustainable Minerals Institute of The University of Queensland. Read her interview done by her alma mater "

20.01.2022 We recently sat down with JKMRC PhD student Daniel Lay to discuss the realities of postgraduate study and working in our pioneering High Voltage Pulse research project check out what he had to say! Daniel is part of the High Voltage Pulse Comminution Pretreatment team, under Professor Frank Shi and Dr Christian Antonio, which is itself under Assoc Prof Kym Runges Separation Program. The program aims to develop novel or improve existing mineral separation processes to achieve improved profitability, resource utilisation and minimise environmental impact in the mining industry.

20.01.2022 This month's Australian Mining Review includes an article on JKMRC's new Semi-inverted hydrocyclone research project and features Dr Vladimir Jokovic - check it out! The project aims to unlock the benefits of Semi-inverted (SIV) hydrocyclones and has grown out of a recent JKMRC study which demonstrated the technologys improved classification efficiency compared to conventional hydrocyclone designs.

20.01.2022 The message it simple: you have the right to be proud of who you are and who you love your LGBTQIA+ identity does not change that. Wear it Purple Day, Friday 28 August.

19.01.2022 Keep an eye on https://about.uq.edu.au/coronavirus for the latest on #COVID19 measures. Theres no change for UQ, so we will see you on Monday!

18.01.2022 It is not too late to join SMI's Movember Crew! Whether you can grow a moustache or not, you can help raise awareness for men's health this month!

18.01.2022 Congratulations to the presentation prize winners of the Next Generation Resources Post-graduate Conference 2020. MISHC's Nikky LaBranche secured first place with a brilliant presentation on characterising the impact of dust on the respiratory health of Coal mine workers, which you can watch here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=d2KhbwOSKRQ&feature=youtu.be

18.01.2022 If you've been interested in a career in teaching, consider checking out this free program, which aims to give you the practical skills to build a successful teaching career in higher education: https://itali.uq.edu.au/profess/new-teachers-and-tutors/gta

17.01.2022 Starting a #PhD in #2020 has been challenging, to say the least. If you are a new PhD student in the #resourceindustry, the #NXGENresources student conference ...is a great opportunity to share your progress thus far. What have you found in your #LiteratureReview? What #methodology are you applying? Share your research - spread ideas - break silos. @uqsmi @CambSchMines @universityofbc @exeteruni @uct.ac.za See more

17.01.2022 At next Tuesday's SMI Webinar, Assoc Prof Paul Gow will be exploring the undercover geology and mineralisation of the Northern Territorys Warramunga Province, focusing on the Rover field southwest of Tennant Creek as examined in four recently published Digital Information Packages (DIPs). Paul specialises in the utilisation of diverse datasets to better understand the controls on mineral deposit formation and to target discovery and delineation of new mineral resources. He h...as over 20 years experience working in mineral exploration and development, and completed a PhD at Monash University. Following several years with greenfield gold and copper exploration programs, Paul returned to a Post-Doctoral research position at CSIRO. He then held roles in copper-dominated mineral exploration and development, including District Geologist, Exploration Manager and General Manager for projects in Australia, Brazil and Papua New Guinea. To watch the webinar live download Zoom and register at https://smi.uq.edu.au/event/session/7070. The webinar will also be made available on SMI's YouTube channel.

17.01.2022 SMI's Complex Orebodies Program is coming to the end of its third year - register for this online presentation day for an update on the program's research, outcomes and future plans. The aim of the presentations will be to provide a high-level description of each project and its importance to the unlocking of complex orebodies. Presenters will also highlight the collaborations achieved within UQ and with external institutions, as well as the external support received by the project. The forum will also provide an opportunity for presenters and participants to reflect on the opportunities that have been created by the strategic support provided for the program

17.01.2022 SMI is looking for a Postdoctoral Research Fellow in Geospatial Science to support a range of research projects undertaken by our Centres, particularly the Centre for Water in the Minerals industry, Centre for Mined Land Rehabilitation and Centre for Social Responsibility in Mining. In addition to holding a PhD or an equivalent combination of relevant experience and/or education/training in the area of Geospatial Science, Geographic Information Science (GIS), Geosciences, Geo...matics, Geography, the successful candidate will demonstrate: Expertise with GIS software: ESRI products suite, QGIS and/or other desktop and web-based tools Demonstrated experience of scripting and data manipulation languages such Python or R Experience with creating and maintaining spatial datasets and production of GIS products Demonstrated interpersonal skills and ability to communicate and work effectively with diverse research teams and industry partners Experience managing a range of complex projects simultaneously, following accepted project management techniques Ability to support and train higher degree research students See more

16.01.2022 We are thrilled to announce that Grant Ballantyne, Global Director of Technical Solutions, has been awarded the 2020 Coalition for Energy Efficiency Comminution... (CEEC) Medal for technical research. Grant shares how the study can help mining companies shape their strategies for energy-efficient comminution. Read the full paper here: https://bit.ly/3j0qiQn #FindABetterWay #Comminution #Ausenco See more

15.01.2022 You are invited to attend our free Dust and Respiratory Health Forum, which will explore advancements in the management of dust and mine dust lung diseases across three hours on 3 December 2020. The Forum will feature a range of expert speakers from organisations including The University of Queensland, The University of Illinois Chicago, UNSW, Resources Safety & Health Queensland and The Wesley Hospital. The forum will be held in a hybrid format, both in person and online via Zoom. With COVID restrictions there are a limited number of people allowed in person, so register early to secure a spot.

15.01.2022 CMLR's Dr Antony van der Ent and his research into phytomining feature in this brilliant long-form article published by the BBC!

15.01.2022 JKMRC Monograph 'Statistical Methods for Mineral Engineers' is heading back to the printers for a third time with demand showing no signs of slowing. Written by Emeritus Professor Tim Napier-Munn, the book demystifies the statistics most metallurgists learn at university using real world examples and walk-through guides.

14.01.2022 Applications for the 2020 Summer Research Program are now open. Don't miss your opportunity to team up with some of the Universitys leading researchers to apply your degree specific knowledge and develop valuable research and professional capabilities. Participation is open to masters by coursework students who are currently enrolled and will remain enrolled at UQ for the entirety of the research program. Find out more and apply at employability.uq.edu.au/summer-winter-research

13.01.2022 Industry Queensland showcasing some of the fantastic work underway at SMI - this time with a project over at the JKMRC.

13.01.2022 Congratulations to BRC PhD student Rocio Vargas Soto for being selected as Runner-up at The University of Queensland's Three Minute Thesis (3MT) All Institute Finals today! In her PhD research Rocio aims to identify and quantify key mineralogical and geochemical features of orebodies, which may be useful in the mineral processing and mine planning.

13.01.2022 The University of Queensland and Curtin University have launched a new Professional Certificate Program that will increase understanding of the modern mining industry in Australia and open pathways to postgraduate study for people working in the industry. The Foundations of Modern Mining Program is sponsored by the Minerals Council of Australia and consists of six courses available globally via the edX platform. Senior staff from SMI, UQ Business School and Curtin’s Western Australian School of Mines will teach the courses.

13.01.2022 SMI invites all active SMI PhD and Professional Doctorate (Research) candidates to participate in the 2020 Three Minute Thesis (3MT) Virtual Competition. Due to the worldwide coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic, increasing social distancing measures and public gathering restrictions being implemented, the decision has been made to move the 2020 UQ 3MT Competition to a virtual format (video submission). https://smi.uq.edu.au/smi-3mt-virtual-heat-competition

13.01.2022 Social performance in the mining industry - PhD Scholarship Opportunity Are you are interested in the social, cultural, economic and political challenges that occur when change is brought about by mining? The Centre for Social Responsibility in Mining (CSRM) is offering a funded PhD scholarship on the topic of social performance in the mining industry. Apply by 9 August. Find out more: https://scholarships.uq.edu.au//scholarship-newcrest-funde UQ School of Social Science UQ Humanities and Social Sciences UQ Graduate School

11.01.2022 Renewable energy can save the natural world but, if were not careful, it will also hurt it - SMI's Prof Rick Valenta contributed to this important research!

11.01.2022 Another stellar year for UQ in the Times Higher Education World University rankings, jumping four places to equal 62nd globally. Learn more: uoq.life/march-times-higher-education-rankings credit: im.wanderlustin

11.01.2022 Australia’s leading urban Aboriginal art collective, proppaNOW, will present its first exhibition at a major institution when OCCURRENT AFFAIR opens at the UQ Art Museum on 13 February.

10.01.2022 SMI's Webinar series will resume next Tuesday with a research-backed exploration of incident investigations and how to get the most out of them by MISHC's Dr Ben Seligmann. Ben is a risk specialist, systems thinker and teacher. Over the last 10 years he has worked in academia, engineering consulting, HSE and risk and compliance, across mining, infrastructure, healthcare and the education and industries. His particular research interests are new frontiers of risk management, risk assessment in practice, modelling of accident scenarios and trying to engage with the complexity of socio-technical industrial systems. To watch the webinar live, download Zoom and register at https://lnkd.in/gxibfnh. The webinar will also be made available on SMI's YouTube channel.

10.01.2022 The team at SMI-ICE-Chile rocking purple!

09.01.2022 "Dont take yourself too seriously. While you are professional, it is important to remember that the majority of your waking moments are at work, so it should a...lso be fun!" Dr Anita Parbhakar-Fox is a Senior Research Fellow in Geometallurgy and Applied Geochemistry with research focused on improving mine planning and waste management practices. #uqwomencreatechange

09.01.2022 REMINDER that at tomorrow morning's SMI Webinar, SMI-ICE-Chile Productivity Lead Romke Kuyvenhoven will be discussing how the rules of mining in Chile are changing and what this means for the industry in the short and middle term. Register for the webinar here: www.smi.uq.edu.au/event/session/7377 Romke joined SMI-ICE-Chile in 2018 as and has since been in charge of research and consulting projects focussed on enhanced mine & plant productivity. Her main expertise is in geometallurgical characterisation, conceptual process design, innovative processing techniques and project evaluation.

09.01.2022 We are excited to announce that Susan Johnston has been appointed to lead SMI's Governance and Leadership Strategic Research Program. Susan has more than 25 years’ experience in senior mining and energy roles and has led several major safety reviews, including the 2019 Expert Legal Assessments of Queensland mining safety law, the sector-wide Review of Mine Safety in NSW and, in the wake of the Moura No. 2 disaster, the influential tripartite assessment of Queensland mine safety.

08.01.2022 The Geopolitics of Metal Supply Security Mining, the Circular Economy and Beyond Saleem Ali will deliver the first JKMRC webinar following the semester break. Join us on Friday 31 July at 9am - registrations open bit.ly/2P39iLN #circulareconomy #miningindustry #sustainability

08.01.2022 Would you like to be part of a great SMI-driven initiative? Several staff and students have formed 'Team SMI' and are raising funds through the Great Cycle Challenge to fight kids' cancer! If you want to get involved, you can either join the team itself or sponsor it! All donations made today will be matched 1:1 by the Children’s Medical Research Institute, so now is a great time to chip in! Follow the link for more info.

07.01.2022 CANCELLED: SIP AND STUDY (DUE TO UNWELL FACILITATORS) postponed until August 21. Update from UQU APS Mental Health team: Having a slow start to the semester? ...Writing a new thesis chapter? Sip and Study with other fellow HDR and postgrad students this Friday 10am-12pm with FREE coffee. Advanced Engineering Building (49), Level 5. See more

06.01.2022 At this weeks JKMRC Friday Seminar Global Mining Guidelines Group GMG Chair Michelle Ash will discuss how mining companies can prepare for, and accelerate, the industrys transformation to a more sustainable future. Michelle is passionate about mining and infrastructure and focused on delivering sustainable solutions through digital transformation and the 3DEXPERIENCE platform. While her career started as a blasting engineer with Rio Tinto, Michelle has since held numerous... positions across multiple companies and been recognised in the Women In Mining (WIM UK) UK's 2016 list of 100 Global Inspirational Women in Mining and as Technology Innovator of the Year Award by Mines and Technology in 2019. To watch the webinar live download Zoom and register at https://lnkd.in/gNxk_3C. The webinar will also be made available on SMI's YouTube channel.

06.01.2022 At tomorrow's SMI Webinar, MISHC Research Fellow Philippa Dodshon will be examining Incident Investigation through practitioners perspectives to see how their experiences can enhance organisational learning and reduce the prospect of repeat accidents. Philippa previously worked as a Human Factors Principle Advisor at the Department of Transport and Main Roads's Rail Safety Regulation Branch, where she was responsible for conducting human factors and safeworking audits, asses...sing the quality and thoroughness of industry investigation reports, providing human factors recommendations to industry projects, and engaging with industry bodies . She is currently completing her PhD in incident investigation. To watch the webinar live download Zoom and register at https://smi.uq.edu.au/event/session/7041. The webinar will also be made available on SMI's YouTube channel.

06.01.2022 CSRM Research Manager Sarah Mackenzie will explore the results of the Participatory processes, mine closure and social transitions research project, carried out under the Social Aspects of Mine Closure Research Consortium, at tomorrow's SMI Webinar. Sarah is an international development professional who has worked extensively with civil society and non-government organisations, particularly in the field of water, sanitation and hygiene. Her areas of expertise include: community engagement, community development, social investment, and gender as a cross-cutting theme. Since joining SMI, Sarah has been involved in projects in Burkina Faso, Niger, Chile, Peru, and Australia. To watch the webinar live download Zoom and register at https://smi.uq.edu.au/event/session/6929. The webinar will also be made available on SMI's YouTube channel.

04.01.2022 This Movember, SMI is raising funds and awareness for all the dads, brothers, sons and mates in our lives. Join our Movember team to help out! To launch the month we are holding a morning tea on the deck at JKMRC on Tuesday 3 November at 11am for staff and students. We will be taking a photo of the SMI team’s ‘clean skins’ and will follow this up with an end of month photo. Whether you would like to help us raise awareness for the cause by joining the team or donate, follow the link below.

04.01.2022 We are excited to formalise and expand our relationship with AusIMM

04.01.2022 CWiMI's Dr Carlos Miraldo Ordens is supervising a new research project on sustainable water management that is being supported by a CSIRO Postgraduate Scholarship Top-Up - follow the link to read more and apply!

03.01.2022 What is the role of mining in a sustainable world? Explore the risks, challenges and opportunities facing the industry, and consider its broader role in co...ntributing to sustainable development with the free Minerals and Mining in a Sustainable World MOOC through edX. This course is part of the new Foundations of Modern Mining micro-credential initiative in partnership with the Sustainable Minerals Institute from The University of Queensland, sponsored by Minerals Council of Australia.

03.01.2022 In case you don't have Twitter, (un)official SMI mascot Bridie Glendenning proudly wore purple last friday! #wearitpurple

02.01.2022 In a new podcast series designed to accompany the United Nations Environment Assembly (UNEA) resolution on Mineral Resource Governance, SMI Program Leader Prof Daniel Franks speaks with some fantastic guests about the big issues facing minerals and sustainability. In the first episode of the series, Prof Franks discusses the origins of the UNEA resolution with Switzerland's Environment Ambassador (Federal Office for the Environment) Franz Perrez, and mineral governance with UN Environment Programme Director, Economy Divison, Dr Ligia Noronha.

02.01.2022 CMLR's Roger Tang and Imam Purwadi have launched Envirometrics.io, a startup that will utilise remote sensing technology to support mining companies in achieving their environmental targets. Go show them your support and give their page a like! The UQ-backed startup's first product, Mine-R, is already in the pipeline. It will harness rapidly improving satellite imaging technology to make monitoring and analysing mine site rehabilitation easier and cheaper.

01.01.2022 At next Tuesday's SMI Webinar, Dr Francisco Reyes will explore the JKMRC Mill Filling Prediction Tool - a soft sensor that aims to address rapid but un-observable changes in SAG mills' performance that occur due to conditions like feed size and hardness and liner wear. Francisco's research interests relate to developing and integrating dynamic models of mineral processing systems for advance process control and prediction purposes. His work also focuses on using advanced imaging and computational tools for quantifying the performance of comminution equipment and other mineral processing systems like leaching and flotation. To watch the webinar live, download Zoom and register at www.smi.uq.edu.au/event/session/6819. The webinar will also be made available on SMI's YouTube channel.

01.01.2022 We are delighted to share that Professor Alice Clark has been elected a Fellow of the Australian Academy of Technology & Engineering - deservedly honoured for her contribution to mining and research. Congratulations from your friends and colleagues at SMI! bit.ly/2HEqk2v