ICaRN is a multidisciplinary research network formed at the University of British Columbia that promotes an end-to-end approach to improve the productivity of block and…

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Faculty and students in the Norman B Keevil Institute of Mining Engineering (NBK) conduct research in advanced mining, extraction and mineral processing systems, recycling electronic waste, mine energy systems, Multiphysics characterization of geo-materials and processes, among several other areas.
iCARN
ICaRN is a multidisciplinary research network formed at the University of British Columbia that promotes an end-to-end approach to improve the productivity of block and…
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Dr. Madiseh’s current research focuses mainly on the development of ultra-efficient, renewable and decarbonized mine energy systems. Following a multi-disciplinary approach his research team works…
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Globally, we have been practicing a linear economy for more than two centuries. As a result of this, we have created a scenario that is…
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Separation of minerals can be achieved by a wide of range of methods, many of which rely on bulk particle properties such as size (e.g.,…
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The water-related risks affecting mining and minerals processing operations are complex and diverse. However, from the perspective of mining companies, the emphasis tends to be…
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Rock Engineering still heavily relies on empirical systems to: Identify significant parameters influencing rock mass behaviour. Derive (semi-) quantitative data for engineering design. Provide a…
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How does the mining industry create value? The answer to that question is provided by the mining business model. But what is a business model?…