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The Center for Critical Mineral Solutions provides an interdisciplinary umbrella where critical mineral research and solutions can convergence, and sets the stage for regional collaboration and development. Our mission is to develop innovative solutions and train the future workforce for sustainable critical mineral production, which will be achieved through three interwoven pillars: research and development, strengthening collaborations with regional universities, and developing regional resources and economy.

Critical Minerals such as rare earth elements (REEs), graphite, and battery metals (e.g., Li, Co, and Ni) are important for high-tech industry and energy security. With the fast-growing demands for energy sustainability, critical mineral supplies are facing significant challenges with the imbalance between demand and production, as well as the heavy environmental tokens associated with traditional mining and extraction technologies.