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Researchers are exploring marine sediments, coal ash, and industrial waste (like red mud) as promising REE sources.

The 2019 symposium on , a cornerstone of the TMS Annual Meeting , highlighted the critical role these elements play in our modern, technology-powered society. Often described as the "vitamins" or "spice" of industry, rare metals—including rare earth elements (REEs)—are essential for the performance of high-tech devices, clean energy, and defense systems. Core Metals and Processing Techniques Rare Metal Technology 2019

Recovering metals from secondary sources like e-waste and waste printed circuit boards is becoming a necessity to meet future requirements. Researchers are exploring marine sediments, coal ash, and

Methods discussed included supercritical fluid extraction and biosorption of precious metals. Researchers are exploring marine sediments