CRITICAL MINERALS HUB
The Hub will synthesize knowledge across engineering, the natural sciences, and social sciences regarding different critical minerals along their entire life cycle (i.e., from extraction of conventional and unconventional resources to processing, utilization, and reuse) to develop a resilient multi-dimensional ecosystem for managing demand and supply in the short term and reducing critical minerals dependence over the long term. The Hub will address the geopolitical, scientific, environmental, social, commercial, and technical aspects of novel solutions to ensure socio-economic benefits and added value.
Research
The Hub is a vibrant, central platform in which Duke faculty and students of all levels work collaboratively across disciplinary boundaries to address the integrated, complex, and urgent challenges we face in sustainably securing and managing critical mineral resources for strategic technology systems and national security.
Education
Our education activities are deeply integrated with Hub research and external partners. The Critical Minerals Bass Connections project will serve as the cornerstone of educational activities.
Partnerships
Faculty and students working together with regional government, federal, industry, and community partners to identify opportunities for achieving a resilient critical minerals system and codify tractable solutions.
an interdisciplinary research and education ecosystem to accelerate a secure, resilient critical mineral supply
Events & Opportunities
WE’RE HIRING! The Critical Minerals Hub is now accepting applications for interdisciplinary postdoctoral associate positions. APPLY TODAY!
In the News
Duke–Industry Materials Connect Event Launches
The Duke Materials Initiative and the Duke Critical Minerals Hub, in conjunction with the Office for External Partnerships, hosted the inaugural Duke-Industry Materials Connect event on November 21, bringing together regional companies and research institutions.
Critical Minerals Hub Aims to Build a Resilient and Sustainable Minerals Future
The Critical Minerals Hub held its launch event in October, bringing together researchers, industry partners, and government representatives to spark interdisciplinary collaboration around the full life cycle of critical minerals.
New Hubs Represent "Big Bets" on Interdisciplinarity at Duke
Led by Leanne Gilbertson and Avner Vengosh, the Critical Minerals Hub will examine the full life cycle of critical minerals, from extraction and mining to process, use, and reuse.
