Welcome to Country
Uncle Ringo Terrick, Wurundjeri Elder

Welcome from AusIMM
Stephen Durkin, AusIMM

Welcome from IMPC Asia Pacific 2022 Conference Chair
Robin Batterham, The University of Melbourne

Welcome from the Chair of the International Mineral Processing Council
Ralph Holmes, CSIRO

Keynote | A sustainable and resourceful future
Ian Macfarlane, Queensland Resources Council

Keynote | Challenges facing the mining industry in South America*
Silvia França, CETEM - Centre For Mineral Technology

Keynote | Innovation in the minerals industry – Playing the long game
Andrew Jenkin, CSIRO

Physicochemical Separation 1 | Session Chair
Virginia Lawson, Glencore

Physicochemical Separation 1 | Session Chair
Walter Valery, Hatch

Considering the action of degrading water quality on the electrochemical response of galena
Kirsten Corin, University of Cape Town

Parametric study of flotation with acoustic sound
Bingyu Yang, The University of Queensland

Exploring two approaches for real-time measurement of frother concentration
Liguang Wang, The University of Queensland

The effects of operational parameters on HydroFloat® performance in a metalliferous application
Konuray Demir, SMI-JKMRC, University Of Queensland

Towards a model-informed process control strategy for coal flotation in a Jameson Cell
Kym Runge, Smi-jkmrc, University Of Queensland

Physicochemical Separation 1 | Q&A
Q&A,

Comminution 1 | Session Chair
David Way, Sedgman Pty Ltd

A HPGR pseudo-dynamic model approach integrated with real-time information for pressing iron ore concentrates in industrial-scale*
Túlio Moreira Campos, Universidade Federal do Rio de Janeiro

Multicomponent modelling of ore blending in grinding circuits: a new model and case study
Jeremy Hanhiniemi, Weir Minerals Asia-Pacific

Microwave heating behaviour of ores and its application to high-power microwave assisted comminution and ore sorting*
John Forster, University of Toronto

Measuring the effect of improved classification in a pilot-scale test
Vladimir Jokovic, JKMRC - Sustainable Minterals Institute

The irrefutable value of introducing a dynamic transport term into mill modelling
Malcolm Powell, The University of Queensland

Comminution 1 | Q&A
Q&A,

Geometallurgy 1 | Session Chair
Kathy Ehrig, BHP

Geometallurgy 1 | Session Chair
Andrew Jenkin, CSIRO

Selection and application of the main mineralogy techniques for mineral processing*
Joe Zhou, Joe Zhou Mineralogy Ltd

A new classification method of gold-bearing sulphide by automated mineralogy: evaluation of gold refractory degreei
Jing Li, AXT Pty Ltd

Operational geometallurgy for mass mining
Bianca Newcombe, OptiFroth Solutions

The thin line between accuracy and bias in characterisation of ore grindability
Farhad Faramarzi, GEOVIA Dassault Systemes

Throughput forecast modelling over the Life-of-Mine
Lachlan Brennan, Hatch

Geometallurgy 1 | Q&A
Q&A,

Physicochemical Separation 2 | Session Chair
Warren Bruckard, CSIRO

Physicochemical Separation 2 | Session Chair
Diana Drinkwater, Mineralis

Application of water-soluble polymers as flotation reagents for the extraction of gold from fine grinding products*
Tamara Matveyeva, Institute of Comprehensive Exploitation of Mineral Resources Russian Academy of Sciences

Drag sensor and other tools for real-time monitoring of a flotation process
Liguang Wang, The University of Queensland

Surface investigation of ferric (hydroxy-)xanthate formation influencing pyrite floatability with coexisting Ca/Mg in alkaline conditions*
Jifeng Xue, Waseda University

Improving flotation hydrodynamics to maximize nickel recovery from tailings
Peipei Wang, The University of Newcastle

Unravelling the adsorption modes of flotation reagents by atomistic simulations
Juliette Lainé, Université de Lorraine

Physicochemical Separation 2 | Q&A
Q&A,

The synergistic interaction between hexanol and dithiophosphate at the air-water and galena-water interface
Belinda McFadzean, University of Cape Town

Selective flotation of gold tellurides from pyrite*
Kylie Ward, WASM - Curtin University

Decoupling the pulp and froth effect of slimes on Itabirite iron ore flotation
Belinda McFadzean, University of Cape Town

Effects of anglesite on the flotation of sphalerite in complex sulphide ores and a method to suppress sphalerite floatability
Kosei Aikawa, Hokkaido University

Investigation of flotation behaviours of fine particles in a complex ore consisting of various copper minerals
Yosuke Ebisu, Nittetsu Mining Co., Ltd.

Physicochemical Separation 2 | Q&A
Q&A,

Comminution 2 | Session Chair
Sandy Gray, Gekko Systems

Comminution 2 | Session Chair
Malcolm Powell, The University of Queensland

Incorporating wear into SAG mill dynamic modelling: implications for process control of grinding circuits*
Raoni Lage, JKMRC - Sustainable Minerals Institute

An investigation of gyratory crusher liner wear at the Telfer operation using non-operational streamlined modelling
Jason Harding, Newcrest Mining

Effect of pebbles on collisional environment in a ball-mill using composite media (balls/pebbles)
Sandile Nkwanyana, MINTEK

XCT investigation on the generation of fatigue in autogenous grinding pebbles and its contribution to pre-weakening before fracture*
Mehdi Parian, Luleå University of Technology

Comminution 2 | Q&A
Q&A,

Assessment of lifter effect on tumbling mill dynamics using CFD-DEM coupling approach
Aman Mittal, IIT Hyderabad

Investigation silica reduction effects on HPGR operation condition in case of iron ore increasing specific surface area
Leila Hosseini, Fakoor Sanat Tehran

Enhancing Grade Engineering outcomes with precise breakage*
Raoni Lage, JKMRC - Sustainable Minerals Institute

Electrically-enhanced supersonic shockwave reactors for sustainable mining
Jannie Van Deventer, Zeobond Pty Ltd

Digital geometallurgy – let the data do the work
Zeljka Pokrajcic, PETRA Data Science

Comminution 2 | Q&A
Q&A,

Case Studies 1 | Session Chair
Ralph Holmes, CSIRO

Case Studies 1 | Session Chair
Kai Ronnberg, Metso Outotec

Not all outliers are bad - the Olympic Dam example
Yan Li, BHP

Online FTIR analysis for improved efficiency in alumina production*
Jonathon Speed, Keit Spectrometers

Real-time fluorine mineral sensor – taking research to prototype
Jillian Moffatt, The University of Adelaide

Effect of alkaline roasting conditions on the dephosphorization of high-phosphorus iron ore*
Altansukh Batnasan, Akita University

Ore variability and process plant performance – the impacts to revenue
Andrew Millar, Sedgman Pty Ltd

Case Studies 1 | Q&A
Q&A,

Physicochemical Separation 3 | Session Chair
Kevin Galvin, The University of Newcastle

Physicochemical Separation 3 | Session Chair
Belinda McFadzean, University of Cape Town

An electrochemical investigation on the mechanisms of interfacial interactions of a xanthate collector on PGM sulphide mineral surfaces in the presence of electrolytes*
Lucia Dzinza, Mintek

New reagents for beneficiation of lithium ores
Tim Walsh, Clariant Mining Solutions

Investigating the floatability of sperrylite and its interactions with selected standard and novel collectors*
Sophia Pikinini, Mintek

Physicochemical Separation 3 | Q&A
Q&A,

Considering the effects of milling media and water chemistry in the flotation of selected base metal sulfides*
Sancho Nyoni, University of Cape Town

The effect of soluble cations on monazite flotation
Moonchul Jung, WASM - Curtin University

Improving Buenavista del Cobre flotation performance with TankCell e630 technology, a review after three years of operation
Alejandro Yáñez, Metso Outotec

Physicochemical Separation 3 | Q&A
Q&A,

Comminution 3 | Session Chair
Grant Ballantyne, Ausenco

Comminution 3 | Session Chair
Edward McLean, Ausenco

Enhancing energy efficiency and reducing water consumption in TowerMill circuit through design and optimization
Samayamutthirian Palaniandy, Nippon Eirich Co. Ltd.

A standardised method for the precise quantification of practical minimum comminution energy
Shujaat Ali, JKMRC - Sustainable Minerals Institute

Evaluating rheological features inside tumbling mills using DEM data previously validated against PEPT measurements
Taswald Llewelyn Moodley, MINTEK

Comminution 3 | Q&A
Q&A,

Pumping sustainably — power and water consumption in mineral processing plants
Alan Varghese, Metso Outotec

Soft sensors for advanced process monitoring and control of comminution circuits
Marko Hilden, The University of Queensland

Selective agglomeration of pentlandite using water-in-oil emulsion
Meolla Yvon, The University of Newcastle

Comminution 3 | Q&A
Q&A,

Geometallurgy 2 | Session Chair
Robin Batterham, The University of Melbourne

Geometallurgical proxies for HPGR comminution: comparison of packed bed test with SMC and Bond ball mill tests
Rocio Vargas, The University of Queensland

Digitalisation of conveyed ore flows and using real time composition data to improve process performance
Henry Kurth, Scantech International Pty Ltd

Characterization of mineral flotation along industrial circuits by using mineralogical analysis
Juan Yianatos, Universidad Técnica Federico Santa María

Geometallurgy 2 | Q&A
Q&A,

Impact of reagents on carbon management strategies in sulfide plants
Igor Ametov, Solvay

Techno-economic modelling of comminution circuit options
Jeremy Hanhiniemi, Weir Minerals Asia-Pacific

Real-time slurry mineralogy for process control
Yves Van Haarlem, CSIRO

Geometallurgy 2 | Q&A
Q&A,

Keynote | The raw materials sector as a circular economic driver
Michael Hitch, WASM - Curtin University

Keynote | Future mineral processing plants
Greg Lane, Ausenco

Keynote | Geometallurgy… Imagine if…
Kathy Ehrig, BHP

Physicochemical Separation 4 | Session Chair
Andrew Jenkin, CSIRO

Physicochemical Separation 4 | Session Chair
Cyril O'Connor, University of Cape Town

Modification and adsorption of triazine collectors onto pyrite surfaces*
Peace Mkhonto, University of Limpopo

Xanthate impact on the stability of bubbles and thin films formed in frother solutions
Yueyi Pan, University of New South Wales

Pulp rheology of fine mineral flotation: a review*
Qin Zhang, Guizhou University

Traversing the valley of death: upscaling the REFLUX™ Flotation Cell
Kevin Galvin, The University of Newcastle

Evaluation of the impact of modifying froth launders in an industrial flotation bank using novel flotation models
Paulina Vallejos, Federico Santa Maria Technical University

Physicochemical Separation 4 | Q&A
Q&A,

Comminution 4 | Session Chair
Bianca Foggiatto, Ausenco

Comminution 4 | Session Chair
Janine Herzig, Coalition for Eco Efficient Comminution (CEEC)

Multicomponent modelling and simulation of the Minas Rio iron ore comminution circuit
Túlio Moreira Campos, Universidade Federal do Rio de Janeiro

Comparison of dry VRM or HPGR circuits to wet milling circuits
Grant Ballantyne, Ausenco

Quantification of HPGR energy efficiency effects on downstream grinding process
Felix Heinicke, Köppern Aufbereitungstechnik

In-situ study of mineral liberation at the onset of fragmentation of a copper ore using x-ray micro-computed tomography
Nicolas Francois, Australian National University

Practical measures of process efficiency and opportunity
Malcolm Powell, The University of Queensland

Comminution 4 | Q&A
Q&A,

Physical Separation | Session Chair
Sandy Gray, Gekko Systems

An investigation into maximizing the product grade and recovery of dense minerals in a single-stage REFLUX™ Classifier
Callan Lowes, The University of Newcastle

Integration of real-time, online, individual cyclone measurement technology at Cerro Verde: challenges and lessons learned*
John Viega, CiDRA Minerals Processing

Multi-phase CFD modelling of spiral concentrator - prediction of particle segregation and separation performance*
Purushotham Sudikondala, IIT Hyderabad

Air-core imaging in Hydrocyclone using non-invasing technique ERT- effect of image reconstruction algorithms
Narasimha Mangadoddy, IIT Hyderabad

New sensor development for hydrocyclone overflow particle cumulative percent passing size online monitoring – a preliminary experimental investigation under dry condition*
Difan Tang, The University of Adelaide

Physical Separation | Q&A
Q&A,

Processing 1 | Session Chair
Graeme Jameson, The University of Newcastle

Processing 1 | Session Chair
Stuart Emery, Solvay

Assessing flotation circuit efficiencies using the liberation characteristics of particles in the circulating load*
Mohit Gupta, Virginia Tech

Techno-economic implications of implementing novel reagents to improve fines recovery in mineral flotation
George Franks, The University of Melbourne

Effect of sodium sulphite on flotation behavior of bornite and tennantite*
Gde Pandhe Wisnu Suyantara, Department of Earth Resources Engineering, Kyushu University

Impact of hydrophobic particles on the classification of flotation frothers
Yesenia Moreno, Newcrest Mining

Estimation of bubble size distribution and local turbulence in a bubbly flow system*
Mohammad Mainul Hoque, The University of Newcastle

Processing 1 | Q&A
Q&A,

An attempt to a full energy balance for a pilot-scale stirred media mill*
Bertil Pålsson, Luleå University of Technology

Coarse particle flotation of a PGM-bearing Platreef ore using the HydrofloatTM technology
Mehdi Safari, MINTEK

EdgeFrag – an edge computing framework for onsite ore fragmentation analysis using deep convolutional neural networks*
Amit Swain, TCS Research

Research on the throughput of inertia cone crusher using orthogonal experimental method*
Xu Wang, BGRIMM Technology Group

Development and upcycling of sulphidic mining waste rock in alkali-activated materials with rheology investigation*
He Niu, University of Oulu

Processing 1 | Q&A
Q&A,

Processing 2 | Session Chair
Oliver Whatnall, Jord

Powerful laboratory and real time examination tools for copper porphyry exploration
Christine Bauer, Fraunhofer Institute for Integrated Circuits IIS

Flotation machine gas characterisation – Variation between different types of flotation machines
Greg Harbort, Geometecon Pty Ltd

Large-scale flotation in operation - a case study on Cobre Panama
Jay Whyte, Metso Outotec

Separation of graphite from cathode materials in spent lithium-ion batteries using flotation technology
Luis Verdugo, Monash University

Investigation of silica removal by reverse flotation to improve quality of mixture concentrates produced through spiral gravity separation and SLon-VPHGMS process
Leila Hosseini, Fakoor Sanat Tehran

Processing 2 | Q&A
Q&A,

Investigating the influence of the electrochemical environment on the flotation of a mixed sulphide mineral system of bornite and chalcocite
Kirsten Corin, University of Cape Town

Tailings disposal improvement for a more sustainable clay processing plant
Gustavo Geraldo Rezende Nogueira, RHI Magnesita

Future (and present) trends in flotation circuit design
Lindon Pyle, Hatch

Magnetising roasting - magnetic separation technologies for maximum recovery and utilisation of refractory iron ore
Hongliang Han, CSIRO

Geochemical model for predicting the removal behavior of harmful elements from acid mine drainage considering the processes of neutralization, oxidation, and surface complex formation*
Yutaro Takaya, The University of Tokyo

Processing 2 | Q&A
Q&A,

Case Studies 2 | Session Chair
Rod Elvish, IMPC

Case Studies 2 | Session Chair
Liming Lu, CSIRO

A geometallurgical approach towards the correlation between rock type mineralogy and grindability: a case study in Aitik mine, Sweden*
Mehdi Parian, Luleå University of Technology

Improving tungsten recovery through the reuse of mine wastewater*
Gaogui Jing, Central South University

Implementation of the water accounting framework at Tritton copper mine
Roxana Powell, Metso Outotec

Improving mill throughputs, with coarse and fine particle flotation in the NovaCellTM
Sherwin Morgan, Jord

Investigating feasibility of utilizing magnetizing roasting for goethite ore
Leila Hosseini, Fakoor Sanat Tehran

Case Studies 2 | Q&A
Q&A,

Physicochemical Separation 5 | Session Chair
Diana Drinkwater, Mineralis

Physicochemical Separation 5 | Session Chair
Juan Yianatos, Universidad Técnica Federico Santa María

Enhanced fine particle recovery with the Concorde Cell
Graeme Jameson, The University of Newcastle

Selective flocculation of hematite and silica
Jackquline Eardley, The University of Melbourne

LIBS, XRF and Raman sensors for optimal bauxite sorting*
Beate Orberger, Catura Geoprojects

Physicochemical Separation 5 | Q&A
Q&A,

Further investigations on the relationship between excess Gibbs energy and the behaviour of flotation reagents
Cyril O'Connor, University of Cape Town

BP neural network based on MIV algorithm and its application in phosphorite flotation index prediction
Yuanjun Wu, Guizhou University

α-Tocopherol based small molecules and RAFT polymers as novel collectors for mineral beneficiation
Tina Hsia, Monash University

Physicochemical Separation 5 | Q&A
Q&A,

Preconcentration | Session Chair
Miao Chen, CSIRO

Preconcentration | Session Chair
Kevin Galvin, The University of Newcastle

Towards grade engineering using x-ray microtomography
Francisco Reyes, The University of Queensland

Pre-concentration – more than bulk ore sorting
Lindon Pyle, Hatch

Pre-concentration by screening - a cost-effective approach to testing and evaluation
Nicholas Clarke, Imtech P/l

Preconcentration | Q&A
Q&A,

Development of new beneficiation plant for recovery of iron and apatite concentrates through wet tailing dams
Leila Hosseini, Fakoor Sanat Tehran

The study of applying dry cobbing pre-concentration and its impact on concentrator efficiency and pit optimization- Yogi BIF magnetite iron ore mine
Leila Hosseini, Fakoor Sanat Tehran

Stirred milling design – incorporating the IsaMill™ into the Jameson Concentrator
Ion Gurnett, Glencore Technology

Preconcentration | Q&A
Q&A,

Mine-to-Mill Integration | Session Chair
Steve Liddell, BHP

The end of the rainbow: real time direct gold analysis in run of mine ore at Newcrest’s Telfer mine using GEOSCAN analysis
Luke Balzan, Scantech International Pty Ltd

Mine-to-Mill optimisation at Mont Wright
Thomas Farmer, Hatch

Scenario-based evaluation of potential value chain gains using Integrated Extraction Simulator – Mt. Keith Nickel West case study
Eiman Amini, Orica

Mine-to-Mill Integration | Q&A
Q&A,

Development of a three-dimensional model for simulating stockpiles and bins with size segregation
Ziming Ye, The University of Queensland

Measuring while drilling for rock characterization in comminution
Constanza Paredes Bujes, Komatsu

3D micro-metallurgy for challenging oresr
Mark Knackstedt, Australian National University

Mine-to-Mill Integration | Q&A
Q&A,

Keynote | The role of critical minerals in achieving net zero
Cathy Foley AO PSM, Australian Government

Keynote | The birth and evolution of minerals engineering journal
Barry Wills, Minerals Engineering International (MEI)

Keynote | Re-thinking tailings and water technology strategies
Ingrid Oyarzún Olave, BHP

Processing 3 | Session Chair
Ralph Holmes, CSIRO

Processing 3 | Session Char
Jannie Van Deventer, Zeobond Pty Ltd

Sorting of lithium-ion battery components*
Alexandra Kaas, Technische Universität Bergakademie Freiberg

Breakthrough in elliptical motion screen trial delivers significant performance gains
Doug Teyhan, Schenck Process Australia Ltd.

First-principles calculation of the effect of substitution of Ca for Mn on the bond formation and atomic activity of rhodochrosite crystals
Jingqi Zhang, Guizhou University

Sensors and automation - A unique opportunity to leverage real-time gold recovery data through data analysis and automation in gold processing*
Sandy Gray, Gekko Systems

Study on the influence behavior of silica fume on interfacial transition zone of concrete prepared by red mud-cement
Xianhai Li, College of Materials and Metallurgical - Guizhou University

Processing 3 | Q&A
Q&A,

Hydrometallurgy 1 | Session Chair
Seher Ata, University of New South Wales

Hydrometallurgy 1 | Session Chair
Vanessa Liebezeit, BHP

Managing the flotation response of pyrrhotite from Cu-Ni-PGM ores using process water of a degrading quality
Malibongwe Manono, Centre For Minerals Research, University Of Cape Town

Separation and enrichment of copper, nickel and cobalt from acidic leach solution of smelter slag using solvent extraction and selective precipitation
Labone Godirilwe, Akita University

The MTM copper process
Ray Shaw, Minetometal Pty Ltd

Modelling of water quality impact on flotation performance and potential of improvement: case of a Cu-Ni flotation plant*
Etienne Braak, CASPEO

Development of a comprehensive methodology for in-situ characterization of sulfide minerals during leaching
Miao Chen, CSIRO

Hydrometallurgy 1 | Q&A
Q&A,

Modelling and Big Data 1 | Session Chair
Robin Batterham, The University of Melbourne

Net metal production and recovery optimization in the digital era*
Osvaldo Bascur, OSB Digital, LLC

The effect of head lifter bars on an AG mill discharge system using coupled DEM SPH simulations
Vasile Murariu, Metso Outotec

SPH modelling based SAG mill pulp lifter design improvement at Tritton mine and its wider performance on the grinding circuit
Nirmal Weerasekara, Weir Minerals Australia

Using automated mineralogy to simulate metal removal from silicomanganese slag*
Hélène Apaza Blanco, Eramet Ideas

Modelling and Big Data 1 | Q&A
Q&A,

Processing 4 | Session Chair
Steve Liddell, BHP

Mechanical recycling of li-ion batteries – processing challenges
Christian Wilke, Freiberg University of Mining and Technology

Solvent extraction of lithium with orgranophosphinic acid
Junnan Lu, The University of Melbourne

Occurrence mechanism of phosphorus impurities in phosphogypsum: an insight from density functional theory calculations
Xianbo Li, Guizhou University

Toward increasing fit-for-purpose water supply for mineral processing operations in the Western Australian goldfields: potential sources and treatment*
Laurence Dyer, Curtin University

Processing 4 | Q&A
Q&A,

National mine waste assessment – pathways to an economically sustainable critical mineral industry in Australia
Jane Thorne, Geoscience Australia

Influence of quarry assets on aggregate products’ environmental impact: can we continue to omit it?*
Christina Lee, Chalmers Tekniska Högskola

Experimental study of slag liquidus to recover metals from waste printed circuit boards (PCBs) using a pyrometallurgical route
Md Khairul Islam, RMIT University

Evolution of the modern surge-bin in mineral processing plants
Dolf Machunter, Mineral Technologies

Multidimensional separation and characterization of particulate samples with focus on mineral raw materials
Ralf Ditscherlein, Institute of Mechanical Process Engineering and Mineral Processing

Processing 4 | Q&A
Q&A,

Process mineralogy of Tarkwaian paleoplacer gold deposit in Ghana*
Martin Beyuo, University of Mines and Technology

The importance of the curing stage in the fixation of arsenic in pressure oxidation
Wei Sung Ng, RMIT University

Fit-for-purpose water treatment methods for mineral processing operations*
Hugo Alejandro Guerra Rodriguez, WASM - Curtin University

Quantifying the effects of clay on dewatering in mineral tailings
Yuxuan Luo, The University of Melbourne

Hydrometallurgy 2 | Q&A
Q&A,

Flow field investigation of high gravity spiral concentrators using experimental and CFD techniques
Prudhvinath Ankireddy, IIT Hyderabad

Determination of apparatus parameters affecting the filterability of iron ore tailing by the laboratory filter press device
Leila Hosseini, Fakoor Sanat Tehran

Synergistic defoaming / anti-foaming in Zn leaching with surfactant and silicone based defoamers*
Peter Zhou, Nouryon

Effect of fine particles on the dewaterability of bimodal mixtures
Sajid Hassan, The University of Melbourne

An electrochemical and spectroscopic study of the leaching of enargite and chalcopyrite in sulfuric acid
Miao Chen, CSIRO

Hydrometallurgy 2 | Q&A
Q&A,

Modelling and Big Data 2 | Session Chair
Andrew Jenkin, CSIRO

Detection of ball mill overloading using dynamic time warping
Niranjan Adhikari, JKMRC - Sustainable Minerals Institute

Plant operational strategy with metallurgical digital twin*
Antti Remes, Metso Outotec

Modelling Particle Aggregation by CFD-DEM Coupling
Lequan Zeng, The University of Melbourne

Pathways to securing the skills pipeline in the resources sector*
Elaine Wightman, JKMRC - Sustainable Minterals Institute

Modelling and Big Data 2 | Q&A
Q&A,

Assessment of rare earth elements recovery potential from an abandoned mine site in Western Australia using spatial data
Shuronjit Kumar Sarker, RMIT University

Computational simulation of particle agglomeration in a shear flow
Yunzhou Qian, The University of Melbourne / The University of Birmingham

Two-fluid modelling of mineral tailing sedimentation and consolidation
Nilanka Ekanayake, The University of Melbourne

Influence of pre-aggregation of fines on binder agglomeration
Casey Thomas, The University of Melbourne

Quantitative assessment of separation quality, using neural networks and multivariate stochastic modeling*
Tom Kirstein, Ulm University

Modelling and Big Data 2 | Q&A
Q&A,

Processing 5 | Session Chair
Diana Drinkwater, Mineralis

Flotation processing of fine chrome from UG2 platinum operations in South Africa
Getrude Marape, MINTEK

Recent advances in recycling and utilisation of metallurgical dusts from steel industry
Liming Lu, CSIRO

The effect of energy impacts on the leaching performance of eudialyte concentrate and selective separation of zirconium and REE from pregnant solutions
Valentine Chanturiya, Institute of Comprehensive Exploitation of Mineral Resources Russian Academy of Sciences

Evaluation of filter cake by microcomputed tomography
Feng Zhang, University of New South Wales

Mitigating disputes in mineral processing contracts
Bruce Atkinson, Basacon Services Pty Ltd

Processing 5 | Q&A
Q&A,

Hydrometallurgy 3 | Session Chair
Phillip Fawell, CSIRO

Hydrometallurgy 3 | Session Chair
John O'Callaghan, Newcrest Mining

Sensitivity of coupled dissolution – precipitation reactions to brine chemistry during copper sulfide heap leaching
Eric O. Ansah, The University of Melbourne

New perspectives in iron ore flotation: from fundamental studies to on-site pilot testing
Lev Filippov, Université de Lorraine

Improvements in overall copper recovery through CuSX-EW at BHP Olympic Dam
Jose Aguirre Carrillo, BHP

Flowsheet development for treatment of rare earth ores*
Mark Henderson, WASM - Curtin University

Synthesis of novel flotation collectors based on cardanol derivatives and its RAFT copolymers
Tammitage Perera, Monash University

Hydrometallurgy 3 | Q&A
Q&A,

Modelling and Big Data 3 | Session Chair
Virginia Lawson, Glencore

Development of a user-friendly R Platform for optimizing mineral processing*
Borhane Ben Said, Helmholtz-Zentrum Dresden Rossendorf

Strategic and tactical mine planning considering value chain performance for maximized profitability
Ralph Smith, GEOVIA Dassault Systemes

Modelling the performance of high pressure dewatering rolls
Shane Usher, The University of Melbourne

Effects of sintering conditions on porosity, strength, and reducibility of hematite and magnetite tablets
Isis Rosa Ignacio, Swinburne University of Technology / CSIRO

Computational density functional theory study of triazine adsorption on sperrylite (100) surface*
Bradley Nemutudi, University of Limpopo

Modelling and Big Data 3 | Q&A
Q&A,

Closing Plenary Chair
Robin Batterham, The University of Melbourne

Closing Plenary Conference Close
Ralph Holmes, CSIRO