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Mars

Study reveals new way to reconstruct past climate on Mars

A study led by a Monash University geologist has provided fresh evidence for when high rates of erosion occurred throughout the history of Mars.

Earth Atmosphere and Environment

New chemistry provides fresh clues on how to extract rare metals more sustainably

Rare earth

A new international study has revealed how nature can inspire the reverse engineering of natural ore forming processes and support the transition to a carbon neutral economy.

Earth Atmosphere and Environment 18 March 2022

Climate change may overwhelm governments’ capacity to mitigate unless we act soon: UN climate report lead author

Immediate action is required on global emissions or institutions and governance systems may find themselves overwhelmed in being able to manage climate impacts, Monash University’s Emeritus Professor Nigel Tapper has warned.

Earth Atmosphere and Environment 28 February 2022

There’s still time to act but no time to delay: UN climate report lead author

It’s not too late to cap global warming to 1.5oC under the Paris agreement adopted by 191 nations, but we must step up action swiftly, says Monash University’s Associate Professor Shayne McGregor - a chapter three lead author of the latest UN Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change (IPCC) Report, released today.

Earth Atmosphere and Environment 9 August 2021
salt-in-hand

Mineral alchemy taps into key ingredients for green energy revolution: salt and potassium

Sodium, the main constituent in salt, and potassium alteration are associated with some of the world’s most valuable ore deposits.

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