Advances in Hydrometallurgy of Metals: Sources, Pretreatment, Leaching, Extraction, Recovery, Raffination

Dear Colleagues,

The global demand for critical and strategic metals continues to rise, driven by technological innovation and the transition to a low-carbon economy. Hydrometallurgy provides a versatile, efficient, and environmentally sustainable pathway for metal extraction and recovery from both primary ores and secondary sources, including industrial residues, e-waste, and end-of-life products.

This Special Issue aims to present the latest scientific and technological advancements across all stages of hydrometallurgical processing. Topics of interest include novel approaches to feed characterization, pretreatment, innovative leaching techniques (e.g., bioleaching, mechanochemical activation, ionic liquids), selective extraction and separation processes, recovery methods, and advanced raffination strategies. Emphasis will be given to process intensification, circular economy practices, environmental performance, and industrial scalability.

Contributions from both academia and industry are welcome, including original research articles, reviews, and case studies that highlight breakthroughs in process development, modeling, and real-world applications. By fostering interdisciplinary dialogue and integrating fundamental research with technological practice, this Special Issue seeks to promote sustainable hydrometallurgical solutions for the metal industries of the future.

Prof. Dr. Željko Kamberović
Guest Editor

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