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Minerals research advancing Western Australia
We support applied minerals research projects to create capability and deliver economic and social benefit for Western Australia
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Collaborative research leadership
We partner with industry, the research community and government to activate innovation and research networks
Our Vision & Strategy
MRIWA seeks to ensure minerals research delivers value to Western Australia.
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Supporting knowledge transfer from research into practice
Details of all projects funded by the Minerals Research Institute of Western Australia (MRIWA) and its predecessors are publicly available. Our research projects span six key program areas:
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Featured Project
Remediation & mine closure
Wetland in a Box (EnphytoBox®): A smart water treatment system to support the decarbonisation of water in mining
Project Number: M10447
Latest News
‘Current’ research
Direct metal extraction under electro-kinetic forcing – opening the possibility of a low-impact mining future.
Published: 16 February 2026
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Upcoming Events
Event Date:
Tuesday 26 May 2026
WOMEN ADVANCING MINERALS RESEARCH
26 May 2026
Dr Ashley McGrath | CEOs for Gender Equity

Supporting female led research in the minerals industry
Published: 6 February 2026
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