معرفی
Fang Xia serves as Professor and Postgraduate Research Director at Murdoch University's School of Mathematics, Statistics, Chemistry and Physics, and leads the Sustainable Geochemistry and Mineral Sciences (GEMs) research group within the Centre for Water, Energy and Waste.
Education:
- Doctor of Philosophy in Mineral Sciences and Geochemistry, University of Adelaide (2006-2009)
Research Interests: An interdisciplinary researcher with 20 years' expertise, Professor Xia investigates mineral-fluid reactions, critical minerals (rare earth elements, nickel, copper), extractive metallurgy, and mineral carbonation for CO2 sequestration. Her work combines advanced laboratory experiments with synchrotron/neutron studies under non-ambient conditions to develop sustainable metal extraction methods and materials innovation.
Scientific Awards:
- I.R. James Award for External Research Collaboration (Murdoch University, 2018)
- University Doctoral Research Medal for Outstanding Research (The University of Adelaide, 2010)
Advising and Grants: Mentored 25 research students from 13 countries with 10 PhD completions. Secured AUD$9.2 million in research funding including seven ARC projects (3 Discovery, 1 Linkage, 3 LIEF) and 40+ international beam time grants from facilities like Australian Synchrotron, ESRF, and ILL. Partnerships include CSIRO, AINSE, MRIWA, and industry consulting for Australia's minerals sector.
Research Groups: Leads the Sustainable Geochemistry and Mineral Sciences (GEMs) group focusing on ore deposit formation and sustainable resource technologies.
