Queen's Mining Online

Wrapping up . Thanks everyone who came to say hello. Hope to see you next year at in Montreal!

Are you going to in Vancouver?

Come visit Queen's University at booth 1109!

And join Charlotte Gibson, Assistant Professor and Associate Head in The Robert M. Buchan Department of Mining, and Ryan Montpellier, MiHR, and six mining sector leaders in the Roundtable Session, "The Human Element: The Future of Canada’s Mining Workforce."

Monday Forum and Panel Session A 3-day mining convention and expo with a full technical program, networking events, an extensive trade show, student program, and more. Register today!

Congratulations to Dr. Abbas Taheri!

Prof Taheri has received $451,000 in CFI funding to expand his Rock Mechanics lab at Robert M. Buchan Department of Mining at Queen’s University One of the most significant challenges to the future of the mineral industry is the reduction in the mineral resources inventory due to high production rates and difficulties in extracting deep-earth resources. Many of Canada’s known mineral assets will be nearly exhausted within the next decade. ...

Check out this article featuring Dr. Farzaneh Sadri, Assistant Professor in The Robert M. Buchan Department of Mining!

Popularity of EVs presents waste challenge of dead batteries...or does it?

Popularity of EVs presents waste challenge of dead batteries...or does it? Electric vehicles are effective tools to reduce our greenhouse gas emissions, but their batteries can pose eco-friendly challenges once they reach their inevitable end of life

Learn more about Dr. Farzaneh Sadri's research in The Robert M. Buchan Department of Mining.

An expert in hydrometallurgy, Farzaneh Sadri takes on the job of recovering critical minerals

An expert in hydrometallurgy, Farzaneh Sadri takes on the job of recovering critical minerals New to the Robert M. Buchan Department of Mining, Farzaneh Sadri researches hydrometallurgy, a field of metallurgy that uses liquids to help extract metals from resource materials.

Congratulations to Dr. Chris Pickles and Dr. Farzaneh Sadri!

Dr. Christopher Pickles and Dr. Farzaneh Sadri awarded a $1M Alliance Mission Grant Congratulations to Dr. Christopher Pickles and Dr. Farzaneh Sadri who have been awarded a $1M Alliance Mission Grant to advance their research initiatives. This significant funding will propel their work forward and contribute to pioneering discoveries in their respective fields. We commend their de...

Congratulations to our Mining Engineering students who received their Iron Ring yesterday!

Congratulations to Postdoctoral Fellow Dr. Nazanin Bahaloo Horeh, The Robert M. Buchan Department of Mining on second place in the School of Graduate Studies and Postdoctoral Affairs’ 3 Minute Research event!

Postdocs participate in 3 Minute Research | School of Graduate Studies and Postdoctoral Affairs Postdoctoral Fellows kicked off the School of Graduate Studies and Postdoctoral Affairs’ Research Week yesterday by sharing their current research in three minutes or less at the 3 Minute Research event. Similar to 3 Minute Thesis, presenters have three minutes and one static slide to summarize th...

Congratulations to Dr. Farzaneh Sadri's postdoctoral fellow, Dr. Nazanin Bahaloo Horeh, who will be presenting at Monday’s 3 Minute Research event!



https://www.queensu.ca/grad-postdoc/professional-development/workshops-opportunities/3-minute-research-postdoctoral-fellows

As we celebrate International Women's Day 2024, the theme of "Inspire Inclusion" highlights the importance of fostering an environment where all women feel valued, respected, and empowered. Inclusion is about creating spaces where diverse voices are heard, perspectives are respected, and everyone has equal opportunities to thrive. International Women's Day is about empowering women to reach their full potential, pursue dreams and have equal opportunities to succeed. It's also about empowering our male counterparts to become allies in the fight for gender equality, and to work towards creating a more inclusive and equitable environment. On this day, the world celebrates the accomplishments of women and highlights the achievements of those who have broken barriers, shattered stereotypes, and paved the way for future generations. At Smith Engineering we are celebrating 80 years of women in engineering. Significant milestones include the first female Professor, Professor Emerita Genevieve Dumas, who joined the faculty in 1986; and, Professor Emerita Caroline Hanson, FCAE, the first female Department Head in 1996 in Metallurgical, now Mechanical and Materials Engineering. Professor Emerita Kimberly Woodhouse, FCAE, was the first female Dean in 2007. At Smith Engineering, we aim to tap into the diverse perspectives and talents that women bring to the profession. It is crucial to address the systemic barriers and biases that can hinder women's progress in engineering. As we celebrate International Women's Day, let us commit ourselves to continuing the progress we have made towards gender equality while acknowledging the work that still needs to be done.

In February, Charlotte Gibson, Research Assistant Karsyn Beatty, and PhD Students Espoir Murhula and Brian Cook had the opportunity to run synchrotron-based experiments at CLS in Saskatoon. They are researching aspects of oxide mineral flotation. A big thanks to the team at Canadian Light Source Inc. / Centre canadien de rayonnement synchrotron, including Lucia Zuin, for the amazing experience!

One of our professors was featured on June/July issue of CIM Magazine!
Using a virtual reality to aid in the education of mining engineering students.

https://engineering.queensu.ca/news/2023/07/charlotte-gibson-incorporates-virtual-reality-in-mining-curriculum-in-successful-pilot-project.html

Charlotte Gibson incorporates virtual reality in Mining curriculum in successful pilot project The June/July edition of CIM Magazine, a trade publication of the Canadian Institute of Mining, Metallurgy and Petroleum, features an article regarding Charlotte Gibson’s work incorporating virtual reality simulation into two courses for students of Queen’s Mining.

Mining is more than just extracting materials from the earth. Checkout the interview with our Head of Department - https://bit.ly/3GZr5xJ

Congratulations to Dr. Charlotte Gibson! She is one of 100 Global Inspirational Women in Mining” (WIM100)!

Queen's University - Faculty of Engineering and Applied Science on LinkedIn: Congratulations to Dr. Charlotte Gibson for being included in the Congratulations to Dr. Charlotte Gibson for being included in the fifth edition of the WIM100, a publication that celebrates the “above & beyond” contributions...

Our department celebrated Dr. Laeeque Daneshmend's (phased) retirement with some delicious cake yesterday!

Best of luck in the next stage of your journey! Congratulations! 🥳

Queen's Mining Online updated their phone number.

A big congratulations to the Queen's University Mining students who participated in the Canadian Mining Games this weekend! With 11 podium finishes in the events, Queen's earned a spot in the top three for the first time in over ten years!



https://www.linkedin.com/posts/canadian-mining-games_congratulations-to-our-winners-queens-university-activity-6906326834439671808-NB7Y

Canadian Mining Games on LinkedIn: Congratulations to our winners Queen's University, Université Laval Congratulations to our winners Queen's University, Université Laval and Polytechnique Montréal for their amazing performance ! -- Félicitations à nos gagnants...

Join C.D. ('Lyn) Anglin, Canadian Institute of Mining Distinguished Lecturer 2020-21

The Mount Polley Tailings Spill: Response and Recovery – 6 Years Later
Wed, March 9, 2022, 10:30 AM EST

Registration Link - https://www.eventbrite.com/e/290120517277

The Mount Polley Tailings Spill: Response and Recovery – 6 Years Later Join C.D. ('Lyn) Anglin, Canadian Institute of Mining Distinguished Lecturer 2020-21

Join Patricia Joan Dillon, Honorary Distinguished Lecturer from the Canadian Mining Hall of Fame 2021-22

Supporting Communities with Mineral Resources
Education
Wed, Feb 16, 2022, 10:30 AM EST

This presentation explores the importance of
supporting communities with mineral resources education to provide enrichment
and improve knowledge and understanding of our industry.

Registration Link -https://www.eventbrite.com/e/supporting-communities-with-mineral-resources-education-tickets-261793801307

Supporting Communities with Mineral Resources Education Join Patricia Joan Dillon, Honorary Distinguished Lecturer from the Canadian Mining Hall of Fame 2021-22

Dr. Abbas Taheri has spent over 20 years improving deep mining to make it cheaper, safer, and more environmentally friendly. Now he’s bringing his expertise to Queen’s as Chair in Mine Design and an Associate Professor in the Robert M. Buchan Department of Mining.

https://engineering.queensu.ca/news/2021/11/mining-researcher-Abbas-Taheri-is-on-a-cross-disciplinary-quest-to-help-the-planet.html

Mining researcher Abbas Taheri is on a cross-disciplinary quest to help the planet – Queen's Engineering and Applied Science An expert in geomechanics — the study of rock and soil behaviour — Abbas Taheri has spent over 20 years improving deep mining to make it cheaper, safer, and more environmentally friendly. Now he’s bringing his expertise to Queen’s as Chair in Mine Design and an Associate Professor in the Rob...

Dr. Qian Zhang, an assistant professor in the Robert M. Buchan Department of Mining, is using data to map out a future of mineral resource management that is both more efficient, and more sustainable.

https://engineering.queensu.ca/news/2021/10/at-the-green-mining-value-chain-lab-dr-qian-zhang-is-mapping-the-future-of-mineral-resource-management.html

At the Green Mining Value Chain lab, Dr. Qian Zhang is mapping the future of mineral resource management – Queen's Engineering and Applied Science Dr. Qian Zhang, an assistant professor in the Robert M. Buchan Department of Mining, is using data to map out a future of mineral resource management that is both more efficient, and more sustainable.

The Robert M. Buchan Department of Mining is excited to announce that Dr. Ahmad Ghahreman has been approved for an NSERC Idea to Innovation (I2I) grant. The I2I funding will be used to study the optimization of selective lithium recovery from spent lithium iron phosphate batteries with a green and environmentally responsible process. This is Dr. Ghahreman’s first I2I grant. Please join us in congratulating Dr. Ghahreman!

Considering graduate studies? Looking to learn more about Engineering graduate programs across Canada? Join us for the upcoming Canadian Graduate Engineering Consortium (CGEC) Virtual Fair happening on Thursday, October 7, from 1pm-6pm Eastern (10am-3pm Pacific). You’ll be able to meet representatives from Queen’s University and other top Canadian universities, including: McGill University; McMaster University; University of British Columbia; University of Toronto; and the University of Waterloo.

Canadian Graduate Engineering Consortium (CGEC) Virtual Fair
Date: October 7th, 2021
Time: 1:00pm – 6:00pm (EST)
Schedule: http://www.engineeringgradstudies.com/schedule/
Registration: http://www.engineeringgradstudies.com/register/

During the virtual sessions, you’ll have the chance to talk to faculty, current students and admissions experts who can answer your questions about their respective graduate programs in Engineering. You’ll learn how graduate studies can benefit both your academic and professional goals!

This year, we’re pleased to welcome our keynote speaker, Teresa Mihalik, Senior Director, Biomedical Innovation, Agile MV, who will address attendees at 2:30pm Eastern (11:30am Pacific). CGEC is open to undergraduate and graduate students at all levels!

For more information and to register for the fair, please visit the CGEC website. http://www.engineeringgradstudies.com/

Considering graduate studies? Looking to learn more about Engineering graduate programs across Canada? Join us for the upcoming Canadian Graduate Engineering Consortium (CGEC) Virtual Fair happening on Thursday, October 7, from 1pm-6pm Eastern (10am-3pm Pacific). You’ll be able to meet representatives from Queen’s University and other top Canadian universities, including: McGill University; McMaster University; University of British Columbia; University of Toronto; and the University of Waterloo.

Canadian Graduate Engineering Consortium (CGEC) Virtual Fair
Date: October 7th, 2021
Time: 1:00pm – 6:00pm (EST)
Schedule: http://www.engineeringgradstudies.com/schedule/
Registration: http://www.engineeringgradstudies.com/register/

During the virtual sessions, you’ll have the chance to talk to faculty, current students and admissions experts who can answer your questions about their respective graduate programs in Engineering. You’ll learn how graduate studies can benefit both your academic and professional goals!

This year, we’re pleased to welcome our keynote speaker, Teresa Mihalik, Senior Director, Biomedical Innovation, Agile MV, who will address attendees at 2:30pm Eastern (11:30am Pacific). CGEC is open to undergraduate and graduate students at all levels!

For more information and to register for the fair, please visit the CGEC website. http://www.engineeringgradstudies.com/

Calling all Queen's Mining Engineering Alumni!

This summer, the Robert M. Buchan School of Mining is conducting a research project studying the career trajectories and industry retention of our graduates. If you graduated from the mining engineering program (Bachelors, Masters, or PhD) between the years of 1978 to 2020, please fill out this 5-10 minute survey with some basic information about yourself and your career:

https://lnkd.in/eBsyNUzR

Your contributions and input are valuable; the data collected will help improve curriculum and department activities to best prepare the next generation of graduates for success when entering the workforce.

Please spread the work and pass the survey link along to other Queen’s Mining Alumni in your network!!

If you have questions, please contact research students Dalena Vo ([email protected]) or Angus MacRae ([email protected]) for more information.

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Please join us in congratulating in Dr. Boyd Davis on receiving a CIM Fellowship and MetSoc Award for Research Excellence!

The MetSoc Research Excellence Award was established by the Aluminum Company of Canada Limited for “a highly significant contribution to the field of metallurgy”. For being at the forefront of research, opening a laboratory and forming many young professionals.

CIM Fellowship - https://lnkd.in/eawQzM6

MetSoc Award for Research Excellence - https://lnkd.in/ez2CAaN

Please join us in congratulating in Fariborz Faraji on receivingMetSoc 2021 STUDENT DOCTORAL SCHOLARSHIP AWARD!! 🎉🥳

Fariborz is a PhD candidate and only one award is given Canada wide per year!👏🙌

https://bit.ly/3cJR3XS

MetSoc Scholarship Awards | Recognizing students in the metals industry Find out more about the Student Awards and details about the nomination process to recognize rising student stars in the metallurgy and materials industry.

Our graduate students and BTECH student are presenting at CIM2021! 👏🎉 Please check out the sessions below if you are attending CIM2021.https://convention.cim.org/

• A GEOSTATISTICAL APPROACH TO CHARACTERIZE COMPLEX GEOLOGICAL MODELS
Alvaro Riquelme, Master of Science student, Queen's University at Kingston
Tuesday, May 4 3:30 - 4:00 Technical session: Rock Engineering, Geology

• ARTIFICIAL INTELLIGENCE CONTROLLED DISPATCH SYSTEM FOR FULLY AUTONOMOUS MINING FLEET
Ryan Kealey, Graduate Student, Queen's University
Wednesday, May 5 1:00 – 1:30 Technical Session: Digital Transformation

• IMPLEMENTATION OF DIGITALIZATION AND OPERATIONAL EXCELLENCE PRINCIPLES TO IMPROVE PRODUCTION
Ken Schroeder, Digital Product Manager, Epiroc, BTECH Student, Queen’s University
Wednesday, May 5 3:30 – 4:00 Technical Session: Digital Transformation

• HEURISTIC RISK-BASED POLICY TO OUTLINE FINAL PITS IN OPEN MINES
Sebastian Avalos, PhD Student, Queen's University
Thursday, May 6 3:30-4:00 Technical session: Impact of COVID-19, H&S, Risk Management

Home President, Gray Wolf Solutions Ltd., Co-Founder, Chair & CEO, Global Indigenous Development Trust Wednesday Keynote Speaker

Ms. Wanda Badger is the department manager for the department of mining, and will retire from Queen’s University at the end of this current academic term.

For all the Queen's University Mining graduates, please share this among your contacts, reach out to celebrate Wanda Badger retirement and thank her for her years of service.

https://engineering.queensu.ca/news/2021/04/wanda-badger,-department-manager-in-the-robert-m.-buchan-department-of-mining,-retires.html

One of our professors Dr. Charlotte Gibson will be speaking at STEMpede 2021 on May 5-6!

It is a virtual event for young women interested in STEM. She will be discussing career paths in the mining industry in to an audience of university and high school students across Canada.

Here is a link to the event: https://stempede2021.carrd.co/

STEMpede Event website for STEMpede 2021 a virtual event for young women in STEM.

One of ourgraduate students, Jinsong Xia, was interviewed by Graduate Studies of Queen’s University.

Here is the link for his interview: https://www.queensu.ca/sgs/prospective-students/student-experience/introducing-nanomaterials-extractive-metallurgy-–-meet

Introducing Nanomaterials into Extractive Metallurgy – Meet Jinsong Xia | School of Graduate Studies Introducing Nanomaterials into Extractive Metallurgy – Meet Jinsong Xia Robert M. Buchanan Department of Mining PhD, candidate by Phil Gaudreau, April 2021 When you need to separate a precious metal from the minerals surrounding it, you usually turn to a field of engineering known as hydrometallur...