METU has successfully completed a scientific project to develop new methods for the selective extraction and separation of rare earth metals. The technologies developed will help make raw material processing more efficient, environmentally friendly, and economically viable.

A team of young researchers from the Department of «Biochemical Engineering», led by PhD Kondaurov R.G., has developed innovative sorption materials and methods enabling high-selectivity extraction of rare earth metals.

This technology could be in demand at hydrometallurgical and mining enterprises in Kazakhstan (such as NAC «Kazatomprom» and others). It is crucial for processing plants because it reduces the loss of valuable elements during ore extraction and processing, minimizes toxic reagents, makes the process safer for the environment, and decreases dependence on imported technologies.

Currently, young scientists at METU are working on preparing new commercialization applications to test the technology under actual production conditions. Negotiations are underway with potential partners among Kazakhstan’s subsoil users to conduct pilot trials.

METU is open to collaboration and invites enterprises to join efforts to implement new technologies in Kazakhstan’s metallurgical industry!

*** The project was implemented with the support of the Ministry of Science and Higher Education of the Republic of Kazakhstan.