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This PhD research project explores how Li-Cs-Ta pegmatites interact with the critical zone during weathering, aiming to develop fertility indicators and understand element redistribution in weathering profiles. The research promises significant contributions to critical mineral exploration and processing.

Research Questions:

1. How do LCT pegmatites chemically and mineralogically manifest in regolith?

2.What is the extent of element dispersion, and how is lithium redistributed?

3. How resistant are ‘resistate’ phases, and how are their chemical signatures transferred to regolith?

ARC Training Centre in Critical Resources for the Future

Prof Tony Kemp - School of Earth Sciences 

tony.kemp@uwa.edu.au

Natasha Bartlett - ARC Training Centre in Critical Resources for the Future 

natasha.bartlett@uwa.edu.au

As a PhD candidate, you will have the unique opportunity to work under the guidance of leading expert A/Professor Tony Kemp
Industry Collaboration: You will be required to spend 12 months embedded with one or more of our partner organizations,

Expression of Interest: If you are interested in pursuing this opportunity, please:

1.      Use this link to submit an expression of interest for a stipend scholarship to the Centre in Critical Resources for the Future, including a CV, a cover letter detailing research interests and experience, and contact information for at least two references.

2.      Apply for admission to the PhD program at The University of Western Australia (uwa.edu.au)