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US mines are literally throwing away critical minerals
Elizabeth Holley, associate professor of mining engineering, led a study that looked at the potential of harvesting critical minerals from the waste streams at current U.S. mining operations. The study found that the U.S. could get most of the critical minerals in requires through this strategy.
August 21, 2025
We could get most metals for clean energy without opening new mines
A new study, published by the journal Science and led by Elizabeth Holley, associate professor of mining engineering, concluded that the U.S. could get most of the critical minerals it needs by processing the waste streams at current U.S. mining operations.
August 21, 2025
Yes, Forever Chemicals Are in Your Wild Game and Fish. You Should Eat (Most of) It Anyway
Chris Higgins, AMAX Chair of Civil and Environmental Engineering, explains that while the research is still emerging, the risk of eating wild game and fish tainted with forever chemicals is likely comparable to consuming domestic livestock.
August 18, 2025