Accelerating innovation, commercialisation and research in the resources technology and critical minerals sector

Resources, Technology & Critical Minerals

Our Focus

Transforming the way industry, universities and researchers work together

Our Trailblazer builds new research capabilities and drives commercialisation outcomes in the technology and critical minerals sector. We support innovative start ups and business growth across Australian SMEs in this sector, enabling businesses to thrive.

UNIVERSITY TRANSFORMATION

Changing the way commercialisation and industry-led research is embedded, facilitated and rewarded in universities

TECHNOLOGY READINESS

Reducing risks associated with new technologies, building pathways for SMEs and industry to invest and implement new ways of working

COMMERCIALISATION

Leading commercial innovation by translating research outcomes into new products, services and industry processes through the Curtin Venture Studio.

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Establishing lasting change

By collaborating with researchers, we drive projects forward and enable research outcomes and innovations to thrive in the critical minerals sector

Establishing lasting change

Our Partners

Building relationships, developing projects and advancing technology readiness

Partnering with industry to de-risk new technology and create opportunities for the resources sector.

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Our Program

Creating the next generation of industry-engaged innovators

The Resources Technology and Critical Minerals Trailblazer is proud to be part of the Australian Government’s Department of Education Trailblazer Universities Program.

The program is designed to build new research capabilities and drive commercialisation in the resources and critical minerals industries across Australia. Curtin University is partnering with The University of Queensland and James Cook University to encourage the translation and commercialisation of university research, strengthening capability with cutting-edge solutions. We’re solving real-world problems by connecting industry to students and academia.

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News and Events

Explore the latest news and events from our Resources Technology and Critical Minerals Trailblazer

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Showcase Explores Path To Viable Critical Minerals Sector in Townsville

Industry leaders from the resources technology and critical minerals sector converged on Townsville, Queensland this week to discuss ways to boost this crucial industry in the region. Hosted by James Cook University, the Regional Trailblazer Showcase & Stakeholder Forum was held on Wednesday 25 September in partnership with Trailblazer program lead Curtin University and partners […]

Trailblazer welcomes Resource Capital Funds MD to Board

The Resources Technology and Critical Minerals Trailblazer welcomes the appointment of Resource Capital Funds (RCF) Managing Director, Brett Beatty. Brett brings to the board extensive global industry knowledge and networks, having worked in mining roles across Australia, Brazil, and the USA. Brett joined RCF, an international mining-focused private equity firm, in 2009 having worked as […]

NETA Participants Graduate Cohort 1

A semi-vapor electrolyser system that can produce cost-effective green hydrogen; a catalytic graphitisation technology that can produce synthetic graphite; and a mining wastewater treatment using hydrogel beads encapsulating microorganisms that remove pollutants were just some of the exciting deep tech solutions on display last night at the inaugural National Energy Transition Accelerator Demo Night held […]