William Skinner

William Skinner is a Research Professor at the Future Industries Institute, University of South Australia, specializing in mineral processing and sustainable mining practices. He is based on the Mawson Lakes Campus and is available for media commentary and research supervision.

• Key affiliations: Future Industries Institute, UniSA STEM
• Collaborations: ARC Centre of Excellence for Enabling Eco-Efficient Beneficiation of Minerals, Australian Synchrotron

His research focuses on surface hydrophobicity characterization in mineral flotation, rare earth element recovery from complex ores, and energy-efficient processing techniques. He uses advanced analytical methods like synchrotron radiation X-ray photoelectron spectroscopy (SRXPS) and QEMSCAN to study mineral interactions and liberation characteristics.

Recent publications highlight his work on optimizing flotation recovery for copper from tailings, selective separation of arsenian pyrite, and granulation parameter analysis for iron ore sinter feed blends. His contributions align with sustainable resource recovery and circular economy principles in mining.