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Mintek @90 Conference

Date	11 November 2024
-	12 November 2024
Location	Sandton Convention Centre, Gauteng, South Africa
Resources	Call for papers Extension 22042024.pdf Guidelines for Authors SAIMM Conference Proceedings and SAIMM Journal 29072024.pdf Mintek @90 Sponsorship Prospectus 05092024.pdf


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Background

Gearing the Industry for a Sustainable Mineral Future

The MINTEK@90 Conference, in partnership with the Southern African Institute of Mining and Metallurgy (SAIMM) and the Department of Minerals and Energy, commemorates 90 years of Mintek’s significant contributions to mineral and metallurgical innovation. This conference will not only celebrate Mintek’s impressive legacy but also undertake a thorough exploration of the future trajectory of the minerals industry.

The conference will place particular emphasis on cultivating a sustainable mineral future by closely examining prevailing industry practices. This scrutiny extends beyond operational considerations to assess broader impacts on enterprises, local communities, the workforce, and the environment.

The conference serves as a significant platform for industry leaders, experts, and stakeholders to convene, share insights, and collaboratively envision the future landscape of the minerals and metallurgical domain.

Sub-Themes and Topics

1. Energy

Renewable Energy in Mining
Fuel Cells
Energy Storage
Hydrogen
Energy Efficiency
Optimizing energy use in milling and pyrometallurgical processes.

2. Emerging Technologies

Machine Learning and AI
Process Modelling
Process Control
Digital Twinning

3. Unlocking Resources - Ways of the Future

Sustainable Extraction from LowGrade and Secondary Resources

4. Advanced Materials

Techniques for extracting andbeneficiating critical raw materials
Energy Materials

5. Environmental, Social, and Governance

Water treatment strategies
Mine rehabilitation practices
Asbestos Rehabilitation
Sustainable water use
Carbon emissions reduction

6. Critical Minerals

Sustainable Extraction Techniques
Technological Innovations in Processing
Circular Economy in Critical Minerals

7. Human Capital Development for the Future Mining Industry

Role of universities
Post-university training programmes
Attracting and retaining talent

Call for papers

Prospective presenters are invited to contribute to the MINTEK@90 Conference by submitting abstracts, papers, or presentations aligned with the conference themes. To ensure a seamless and standardised submission process, please adhere to the following guidelines:

Authors may submit abstracts, complete papers, or standalone presentations.
Clearly indicate whether the submission is intended for peer-reviewed consideration or as a standalone presentation.
Only in-person presentations will be accepted.
Abstracts should be concise, not exceeding 500 words.
Include a clear title, author(s) names, affiliations, and contact details.
Submit abstracts to Camielah Jardine, Head of Conferencing, via email at camielah@saimm.co.za.

Key Dates

Submission of Abstracts: 30 April 2024
Acceptance of Abstracts: 12 May 2024
Submission of Papers: 5 August 2024
Review Complete: 7 October 2024

All submissions must be in English.

Review Process
If submitting a paper for peer review, it will undergo a rigorous evaluationprocess.

Peer-reviewed papers may be considered for inclusion in the comprehensive Mintek@90 proceedings.

Clearly provide contact information for all authors.

Ensure accurate email addresses for correspondence.Submissions should align with the conference themes and sub-themes. Clearly articulate the significance and contributions of the proposed work.

The complete Proceedings volume will be accessible online after the conference. Join us in shaping the future of sustainable mineral innovation at MINTEK@90.

Registration fees

The early bird rate is valid until 31 August 2024

Early Delegate Registration – R4 000
Delegate Registration – R5000
Delegate Registration One Day 11 November 2024 – R2 500
Delegate Registration One Day 12 November 2024 – R2 500

Kindly note, registration closes on 7 November 2024. Please note late registrations will incur a R500 administration fee for registrations received after the closing date

Mintek @90 Conference

Background

Sub-Themes and Topics

Call for papers

paper guidelines

Key dates

Registration fees

Sponsorship and Exhibition

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