Recent Developments in Rare Metal Mineral Deposits
A special issue of Minerals (ISSN 2075-163X). This special issue belongs to the section "Mineral Deposits".
Deadline for manuscript submissions: 17 October 2025 | Viewed by 1163
Special Issue Editors
Interests: rare and REE mineral deposits associated with granite; Co deposit
Interests: hydrothermal deposits
Interests: granites geochemistry; igneous petrology; isotope geochemistry; mineral chemistry; rare earth element mineralization; soil characterization
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Special Issue Information
Dear Colleagues,
This Special Issue, entitled “Recent Developments in Rare Metal Mineral Deposits”, focuses on the following rare metals: Li, Be, Nb, Ta, Zr, Hf, W, Sn, Co, Ni and REEs. Rare metals are critical components in modern technology, renewable energy solutions, and advanced electronic devices. As the demand for rare metals increases, new deposits are being explored and existing deposits are being re-evaluated using advanced techniques for mineral recovery. Rare metal deposits not only hold significant economic value, but also present complex geological, geochemical, and environmental challenges. Understanding the processes and factors that govern rare metal mineralization is essential for sustainable resource development and management. This Special Issue aims to highlight the latest advancements and research findings in the field of rare metal mineral deposits.
We welcome contributions that provide novel insights into the geological processes, mineralogical characteristics and enrichment mechanisms of rare metals. This Special Issue will focus on the following topics: (1) Geological Processes: In-depth studies on the formation and alteration of rare metal deposits. (2) Mineralogical Characteristics: Detailed studies of the occurrence of rare metal minerals and their geochemical composition. (3) Geochemistry and Geochronology: Advances in geochemical and geochronological methods that provide critical insights into the age, origin, and evolution of rare metal deposits. (4) Enrichment Mechanisms: Research on the physical and chemical processes that lead to the significant enrichment of rare metals in various geological settings. (5) Resource Exploration: Innovative approaches and techniques for the exploration and assessment of rare metal resources, including new methodologies and technologies.
Dr. Huimin Su
Dr. Yang Gao
Dr. Christina Stouraiti
Guest Editors
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Keywords
- rare metal mineral deposits
- enrichment mechanism
- geochemistry
- geochronology
- mineralization processes
- resource exploration
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