Jan Rosenkranz

Professor Jan Rosenkranz serves as Professor and Head of Subject in Mineral Processing at Luleå University of Technology, where he is affiliated with the Minerals and Metallurgical Engineering division within the Department of Civil, Environmental and Natural Resources Engineering. His research focuses on sustainable mineral processing technologies with applications in resource recovery and recycling.

Professor Rosenkranz's research interests span multiple critical areas in mineral processing including hydrometallurgy, flotation technologies, comminution processes, and battery recycling. His work on crown ether-based potassium extraction, Unity3D gamified flotation training tools, and thermal pre-treatment of spent lithium-ion batteries demonstrates his commitment to developing innovative solutions for sustainable resource management.

Analysis of Professor Rosenkranz's recent publications reveals a strong focus on addressing contemporary challenges in mineral processing, particularly those related to the green energy transition. His research portfolio shows expertise in both fundamental process understanding and practical application development, with significant contributions to potassium recovery, battery recycling technologies, and advanced mineral processing education tools.

Professor Rosenkranz maintains an active research profile with multiple publications in high-impact journals such as Hydrometallurgy and Minerals Engineering. His work frequently addresses critical sustainability challenges in resource processing, demonstrating his commitment to developing environmentally responsible technologies for mineral extraction and recycling.

As an educator, Professor Rosenkranz has pioneered innovative approaches to mineral processing education, most notably through his development of a Unity3D-based gamified training tool for froth flotation. This virtual training platform enhances student learning while improving safety in process engineering education. His leadership as Head of Subject in Mineral Processing positions him at the forefront of advancing both research and education in this critical field.