Posts by Keirissa Lawson

Characterisation image of natural mineral iron-oxide nodules. Taken with CSIRO-developed Maia x-ray imaging

Maia Mapper guides micro mineral explorers

The Maia Mapper is our latest and most advanced instrument in our armoury in the search for minerals.

Building trust between mining companies and communities

A new study has used a mobile phone survey to reveal how better relationships can be formed between mining companies and local communities.

Our T mag magnesium casting technology was used to make this strong, light weight wheel rim; just one of a suite of magnesium technologies we have developed.

Supersonic magnesium

Our MagSonic technology produces magnesium metal at the speed of sound. Not only is it fast, the process also consumes 80% less energy and produces 60% less carbon dioxide emissions than traditional methods.

Mineral waters reveal deep reserves

It’s not a question of sparkling or still, but rather how minerals dissolved in water can reveal hidden ore deposits.

Tree and 4 wheel drive vechicle in outback landscape

Unlocking Australia’s deep mineral wealth

Australia's true mineral wealth is yet to be discovered, hidden deep beneath a thick cover of unconsolidated rock and soil, sediments and igneous rocks which have been laid down over hundreds of millions of years.

Hand holding crish aluminium drink can in foreground of piles of crushed metal waste

Living in a material world

For many years we've relied on a model of turning raw materials into goods that will eventually end up in a landfill. This approach is both economically and environmentally unsustainable, which is why we need the research and innovations that can enable industries to prosper and unlock sustainable solutions.