Camborne School of Mines news archive 2018-2022
Exeter Professor named among Top 100 most inspiring women in mining
Professor Karen Hudson-Edwards has been named one of the world’s most inspiring women in mining.
A rapid switch in magmatic plumbing taps porphyry copper deposit-forming magmas
Scientists have made a fascinating new discovery about the formation of mineral deposits crucial to our transition to a ‘green economy’.
University of Exeter expert plays crucial role in new UK Critical Minerals Strategy
An expert from the University of Exeter has played an important role to secure the supply chain of critical minerals.
Philanthropic donation will help achieve a sustainable future for mining
Anglo American, one of the world’s leading mining companies, has made a transformational donation to support sustainable mining research and education at the Camborne School of Mines, University of Exeter.
New 3D model will help guide exploration for rare earth element deposits in alkaline igneous systems
Scientists from the University of Exeter and the British Geological Survey (BGS), alongside a team of institutions across Europe, have developed a new 3D geological model designed to guide exploration for rare earth elements (REE), which are critical for development of renewable energy and transport.
Success at Summer Bottle Match
The University of Exeter’s Camborne School of Mines (CSM) have retained the famous varsity bottle at a hugely successful Bottle Match in London, rescheduled from 2021.
Deep Digital Cornwall opens state-of-the-art visualisation suite and data hub
On 5th May 2022, the Deep Digital Cornwall project officially opens the doors to its brand-new, state-of-the-art 3D and 4D visualisation suite and data hub.
New toolkit aids discovery of mineral deposits crucial to ‘green economy’ transition.
Scientists have developed a new toolkit for the discovery of mineral deposits crucial to our transition to a ‘green economy’.
Exeter to play pivotal role in new research into sustainable mineral production in the Philippines
The University of Exeter has helped secure more than £3 million in funding to lead pioneering new research into sustainable mineral production in the Philippines.
Tributes paid after death of creator of revolutionary Exeter hip, a global success story
Heartfelt tributes are being paid to a pioneering University of Exeter engineer who co-created an implant that has revolutionised hip replacements for millions.
£2.5 million investment in 35 new PhD studentships
The University of Exeter is investing £2. 5 million in preparing the next generation of researchers to tackle some of the biggest global issues of the 21st century.
Limiting the impacts of technology materials for the low carbon transition
Researchers have demonstrated how a detailed ‘cradle to grave’ evaluation at the outset of new metal mining explorations can greatly mitigate against negative environmental impacts.
‘Tipping points’ in Earth’s system triggered rapid climate change 55 million years ago, research shows
Scientists have uncovered a fascinating new insight into what caused one of the most rapid and dramatic instances of climate change in the history of the Earth.
Camborne School of Mines Trust funds pioneering scholarships
The Camborne School of Mines Trust has generously bestowed a significant financial gift to support students embarking on the first steps towards forging a successful mining career.
Scientists have developed a new “key-hole surgery” technique to extract metals from the earth - which could revolutionise the future of metal mining
A team of international researchers, including Dr Rich Crane from the Camborne School of Mines, University of Exeter, have developed a new method to extract metals, such as copper, from their parent ore body.
Pioneering study gives new insight into formation of copper deposits
A groundbreaking study has given new insights into how copper deposit-forming fluids are transported naturally from their source deep underground towards the Earth’s surface.
Transmission risk of COVID-19 from sewage spills into rivers can now be quickly quantified
Scientists have identified that the COVID-19 virus could be transmitted through faecal contaminated river water.
£4 million Deep Digital Cornwall project launched to unlock underground environment
The underground environment is the subject of a major new £4 million project launched to create a world-leading cluster of research-intensive digital businesses in Cornwall and the Isles of Scilly.
CSM experts play lead role in pioneering UNESCO Lecture Series
Geologists from the Camborne School of Mines are taking part in a high-profile lecture series, designed to highlight the pivotal role Earth materials such as minerals can play in developing a sustainable global society.
CSM partners with Cornish Lithium to train staff and students in geocommunication
Cornish Lithium has partnered with The University of Exeter to provide geoscience staff and students at the Camborne School of Mines in Penryn with e-training in practical geocommunication.
Opportunity strikes for graduates
Thirteen graduates from the Camborne School of Mines have been offered places on Barminco’s graduate scheme, based in Australia, starting in the New Year.
Pioneering new Circular Economy Centre in Technology Metals announced
The University of Exeter will lead a pioneering new research centre, designed to revolutionize how crucial metals are extracted, used and reused in clean and digital technologies across the UK.
New project to find Europe’s green technology metals
A new four-year project ‘GREENPEG’ has received a grant of €8.3 million from the European Union’s Horizon 2020 research and innovation programme to develop new techniques to explore for pegmatite rocks containing lithium and other green technology metals.
Geologists solve puzzle that could predict valuable rare earth element deposits
Pioneering new research has helped geologists solve a long-standing puzzle that could help pinpoint new, untapped concentrations of some the most valuable rare earth deposits.
Scientists unravel 66 million years of climate history from ocean sediments
Pioneering new analysis of deep-sea sediments has revealed the climatic changes over the last 66 million years of Earth’s history - which can be studied like a ‘colourful barcode’.
Machine learning research may help find new tungsten deposits in SW England
Geologists have developed a machine learning technique that highlights the potential for further deposits of the critical metal tungsten in SW England.
Innovative Cornish project creates landscape art - with a twist
Cornish residents have played an integral role in a breath-taking new project that has given an unusual twist to the traditional way of creating landscape paintings.
University of Exeter spin-out company secures investment for sustainable mining
A spin-out company focussed on driving environmental sustainability in the mining and raw materials sector, founded by experts from the University of Exeter, has secured investment to help develop the business.
CSM sports team students enjoy double celebration at historic 'Bottle Match'
Students raise more than £4,500 for charity, before reclaiming historic trophy.
South American volcano shows potential signs of instability, research shows
One of South America’s most prominent volcanoes is producing early signals of potential instability, new research has shown.
Exeter experts lead free online course on metals in the Green Revolution
Experts from the University of Exeter are leading an innovative, free online course to explore the pivotal role that critical raw materials can play in sustainable, green technology.
CSM receive £1.5m software donation from global petroleum experts
Students at the Camborne School of Mines will be able to gain fascinating new insights into 3D geological modelling of the subsurface, though pioneering software.
Anglo American Chief Executive gives prestigious lecture at the University of Exeter in Cornwall
Staff, students and guests of the University of Exeter in Cornwall were pleased to welcome Mark Cutifani, Chief Executive of Anglo American plc, to deliver the Cornish Institute of Engineers’ Victor Phillips Memorial Lecture on Friday 15 November.
Severity of earthquake impact may change with the seasons, study shows
The devastating impact caused by earthquakes on the local communities and environment could differ in severity depending on the season, a pioneering new study on two historic earthquakes in Kazakhstan has suggested.
Pioneering project in running for prestigious pan-European award
A pioneering project seeking to lead an ethical and sustainable international ‘mining revolution’ has been selected to compete for prestigious European-wide award for women-led innovation.
Site of biggest ever meteorite collision in the UK discovered
The quest to discover the exact location of where the biggest meteorite hit the British Isles -around 1.2 billion years ago – has taken a new twist.
CSM expert named as Distinguished Lecturer
An Exeter mining expert has spoken of her delight after being awarded a significant honour.
CSM receive £1.3m software donation from global petroleum experts
Students at the Camborne School of Mines will be able to gain fascinating new insights into 3D geological modelling of the subsurface, though pioneering new software.
Innovative seaweed farm introduced to Cornwall
An innovative seaweed farm is set to spring up this summer in Cornwall, thanks to a new collaboration featuring researchers from Exeter.
CSM student wins prestigious scholarship
CSM Postgraduate student James Heslington has secured a prestigious international scholarship, it has been announced.
CSM professor receives prestigious award
Professor Frances Wall has been awarded the Geological Society of London’s William Smith Medal for 2019.
Research sheds new light on what drove last, long-term global climate shift
The quest to discover what drove the last, long-term global climate shift on Earth, which took place around a million years ago, has taken a new, revealing twist.
‘Fake news’ about volcanic eruptions could put lives at risk
Dr Kate Taylor Smith from Camborne School of Mines at the University of Exeter, writes for the Conversation UK
State-of-the-art mining technology set to inspire next minerals processing engineers
Newly acquired state-of-the-art equipment will help The Camborne School of Mines (CSM) to dig up the next generation of talented minerals process engineers.
University Campaign raises more than £1 million for School of Mines
More than £1 million has been donated to the Camborne School of Mines (CSM) this year, through the University of Exeter’s ‘Making the Exceptional Happen’ fundraising Campaign.
Scholarship programme established in honour of Mining alumnus
Richard Osman (MSc Mining Geology, 1999), a graduate of the Camborne School of Mines (CSM), has been honoured posthumously by friends and former colleagues who have set up a scholarship scheme at his alma mater.
Inaugural Cornwall School Mining Games will give insight into county’s mining heritage
Cornish schoolchildren will be given a fascinating insight into the county’s rich mining heritage when they take part in a special competition next week.
Camborne School of Mines students to host 40th International Mining Games
The next generation of miners are making final preparations ahead of the International Mining Games, to be held in Cornwall.
Camborne School of Mines Trust funds more than £200,000 of scholarships
The Camborne School of Mines Trust has generously bestowed more than £200,000 to support students embarking on the first steps towards forging a successful mining career.
Lecturer from Camborne School of Mines secures prestigious award
Dr Hannah Hughes, a Lecturer in Exploration and Mining Geology, has been awarded the William Smith Fund for 2018 from the Geological Society of London.
CSM return to world’s largest mining trade event
CSM return to the Prospectors and Developers Association of Canada Annual Convention in 2018.
Camborne School of Mines and the GTK of Finland create a new partnership
The Camborne School of Mines has signed a new Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the Geological Survey of Finland (GTK).
New study looking for lithium ‘fingerprint’ from space
Camborne School of Mines is part of a pioneering study to discover it's possible to detect a lithium ‘fingerprint’ from space.
Boost for green research at Exeter
Sustainable seafood and electric cars are among the eco-friendly industries that will be the focus of new research at the University of Exeter.
Exeter alumnus named as Chartered Institute of Building Services Engineers (CIBSE) Highly Commended Graduate of the Year
Camborne School of Mines graduate Kieran Lean (BEng Mining Engineering 2016) was given the award at the CIBSE North East and Yorkshire awards in November.
Exeter in world's top 125 for Physical Sciences
Exeter has been ranked in the top 125 in the world for Physical Sciences in the Times Higher Education (THE) World University Subject Rankings 2017-18.
Research highlights ethical sourcing of materials for modern technology
Researchers have identified methods to predict the environmental and social cost of resourcing new deposits of rare earth minerals.
Mine waste water project seeks gold in International Genetically Engineered Machine Competition (iGEM)
This November, a team of undergraduate students will travel to the USA in their campaign to take home a fourth gold medal in the iGEM competition.
Students secure female mining scholarships at Camborne School of Mines
Two female students at the Camborne School of Mines have been awarded scholarships as they embark on a successful mining career.
Man Engine wins national lottery arts award
An eleven metre tall mechanical puppet has been named as the best arts project in the UK, following a campaign supported by Camborne School of Mines.
CSM graduates join prestigious mining company
Graduates from the Camborne School of Mines will launch their fledgling careers with one of the world’s most successful and prestigious mining companies.
Research reveals West Antarctic Ice Sheet loss over the last 11,000 years
Wind-driven incursions of warm water have forced the retreat of glaciers in West Antarctica over the last millennia, new research has revealed.
CSM calls for public to vote for Man Engine awards bid
The Camborne School of Mines is giving its support to a high-profile award bid that will resurrect a unique mechanical puppet, designed to celebrate Cornwall’s prestigious mining heritage.
Volcanic eruptions triggered dawn of the dinosaurs, research shows
Huge pulses of volcanic activity are likely to have played a key role in triggering the end Triassic mass extinction, which set the scene for the rise and age of the dinosaurs, new research has found.
Jurassic drop in ocean oxygen lasted a million years
Dramatic drops in oceanic oxygen, which cause mass extinctions of sea life, come to a natural end – but it takes about a million years.
Cornish granites could solve riddle of pinpointing metals crucial for low carbon tech
The composition of granite found underneath much of the South West peninsula could offer a vital clue to where deposits of metals crucial for the production of many low carbon technologies can be found.
Pioneering project to start ‘small deposit’ mining revolution receives €7 million funding
A pioneering new project, designed to lead an ethical and sustainable international ‘mining revolution’, has received a multi-million pound funding boost.
Prehistoric mega-lake sediment offers key insight into how inland regions responded to ‘super-greenhouse’ event
Sediment found at the site of one of the largest lakes in Earth’s history could provide a fascinating new insight into how inland regions responded to global climate change millions of years ago.
New research in Malawi will help to secure raw materials for green technologies.
Pioneering new insights into why high concentrations of some of the most rare and desirable natural elements - vital for the production of vital environmental, digital and security technologies – have been revealed.
CSM students dig deep for victory at international mining competition
Students from the Camborne School of Mines are celebrating becoming global champions at an internationally-celebrated mining competition.
Trouble Down Below? - Exeter expert offers insight into Cornish underground hazards
A fascinating insight in to the potentially dangerous underground hazards commonly found at development sites across much of Cornwall will be presented at a special seminar.
Cornwall Mining Alliance launched
A new group which brings together Cornwall’s mining expertise has been launched in an event at the University of Exeter’s Penryn Campus.
Student secures first female mining scholarship at Camborne School of Mines
A student at the world-famous Camborne School of Mines has been awarded a valuable scholarship, as she embarks on her first steps towards forging a successful mining career.
Magma build-up at active Japanese volcano poses threat to "Naples of the Eastern World", research shows
Pioneering new study could help provide early-warning system for volcanic eruptions worldwide.
Exeter researchers to lead two major projects on past and future climate change
Scientists at the University of Exeter will be leading two major multi-million pound world-class research projects.
South West MEP takes policy advice from scientists at Penryn Campus
South West MEP Clare Moody has visited the University of Exeter’s Penryn Campus to take advice from leading academics.
CSM enjoys success at annual Teaching Awards
Camborne School of Mines enjoyed considerable success at Exeter’s recent annual Student Guild and FXU Teaching Awards ceremony.
Students strike gold at International Mining Games
Students from the Camborne School of Mines (CSM) are celebrating after winning three gold medals, two silver and a bronze in this year’s prestigious international mining games competition which took place in Montana in the USA.
Conference showcases postgraduate research excellence in Cornwall
The quality and diversity of research carried out at the University of Exeter’s Penryn Campus has been celebrated at a special event.
North Atlantic played pivotal role in last great climate tipping point, research shows
The North Atlantic Ocean played a key role in the last great tipping point in Earth’s climate system, pioneering new research has shown.
New mine proves focal point for geological research in South West
Drakelands Mine has become the focal point for a series of new locally and regionally significant research projects.
Exeter leads €5 million research project to find essential new mineral deposits
University of Exeter scientists will lead a ground-breaking collaborative research project to discover new deposits of essential raw materials.
New technique to find copper deposits
A University of Exeter geologist has developed a new and relatively inexpensive way to establish whether certain types of magmatic rocks are more likely to contain valuable metal deposits.
£5500 gift to fund female mining student
A University of Exeter professor has presented a £5,500 cheque to the chair of the Camborne School of Mines (CSM) Trust to fund a new female scholarship in mining engineering.
New ranking puts Mining Engineering course in Global Top 20
The Mining and Mineral Engineering course at Camborne School of Mines has been ranked as one of the very best in the world, according to the latest QS World University Subject Rankings.