BSc degree in Physics from the University of Melbourne in 1967 and subsequently a PhD degree from the same University in 1972 for development of a new electron microscope system and its use in electron diffraction studies of the structure of barium titanate. Joined the CSIRO Division of Mineral Physics in November 1971 to work on the application of nuclear techniques to the on-stream analysis of iron ore and subsequently other mineral commodities, including coal. Over the last twenty years has been involved in mineral processing research, particularly iron ore processing. Currently Chief Research Scientist with CSIRO Mineral Resources, focussing primarily on ore characterisation, comminution, beneficiation, agglomeration, process instrumentation and quality control. Currently an Honorary Fellow of the Australasian Institute of Mining and Metallurgy (AusIMM), an AusIMM Chartered Professional in Metallurgy, a Fellow of the Australian Institute of Physics, President of the International Mineral Processing Council, and President of the International Pierre Gy Sampling Association.

With three doctorates in chemical engineering, mineral processing and business economics, Jannie has a track record of commercialising technology. Jannie is CEO of Zeobond and is an honorary professorial fellow at the University of Melbourne, where he was Dean of Engineering until 2007. With a Scopus h-index of 84, Jannie is one of the world’s highest cited researchers in cement science. Also, he was ranked number 2 in the world in mining and metallurgy research by Stanford University. Jannie has received several awards for his research and has been listed three times as one of Australia's most influential engineers. Jannie is a frequent plenary and keynote speaker at research and industry conferences.

Alexandra Kaas is a Ph.D. student in the Division of Mechanical Process Engineering and Mineral Processing, Freiberg University of Mining and Technology, Germany. She holds a diploma degree in Mechanical Process Engineering and Particle Technology. Focussing Potash granulation in her diploma thesis she shifted in her professional career in 2021 to the recycling of Lithium-Ion-Batteries. Alexandra is currently focussing on several projects on secondary raw material processing, such as digitalisation and modelling of sorting processes.

Doug Teyhan (MIEAust) is a Professional Mechanical Engineer with a background in vibrating equipment and fatigue design with 18 years’ experience in the mineral processing industry. Currently in the role of Product Expert-Screening with Schenck Process Australia, he has held various design roles within the project engineering and Research and Development fields. With a career long focus on design and process improvement, Doug has held product development roles within leading global organisations.

Zhang Jingqi, obtained a bachelor's degree in mineral processing engineering from China University of Mining and Technology from September 2016 to July 2020, and entered Guizhou University School of Mining and Technology to study for a master's degree in mining engineering in September 2020

Sandy Gray, co-founder and Technical Director of Gekko Systems, is a globally recognized inventor and innovator.  He is a recipient of the prestigious Clunies Ross Award , Australia’s pre-eminent award for scientists, technologists and innovators and the UK’s I0M3 Futers Gold Medal. Sandy has also received the AusIMM Mineral Operating Technique Award, the Ernst & Young Entrepreneur of the Year Award (Technology, Communications, E-commerce & Life Sciences – Southern Region), the Victorian Premier’s Design Award and is an inductee of the International Mining Hall of Fame. Sandy is a world leader in gravity gold and leaching flowsheet design, pre-concentration, polymetallic, materials handling and effective plant design. He invented Gekko’s patented systems including the InLine Pressure Jig, InLine Leach Reactor, G-Rex Resin Exchange and the Python Processing Plant. His inventions are breakthroughs in the field of mineral processing with over 600 installations at mines in 43 different countries over the last twenty-five years.

Li Xianhai, male, miao nationality, born in June 1988, doctor.Mainly engaged in scientific research on the comprehensive utilization of mineral materials, mineral resources and industrial solid waste resources. He has published 28 papers, including 3 SCI papers, 2 EI papers, 2 IMPC papers.