Discovery Early Career Researcher Award - Grant ID: DE240100822

Funding Activity

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http://dataportal.arc.gov.au/NCGP/Web/Grant/Grant/DE240100822

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Active

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Funded Activity Summary

Haloalkaliphilic sulphur oxidising bacteria in dealkalising bauxite residue. This project aims to establish breakthrough technology for neutralising bauxite refinery wastes by creating new knowledge about the taxonomic composition and molecular metabolism of sulphur oxidising bacteria capable of oxidising low-cost element sulphur in extremely haloalkaline niches. The findings will be translated into field feasible ecological engineering technology in partnership with industry partners. This DECRA project will also contribute to the net zero waste strategy in Australia and could significantly contribute to global problems of mining waste, carbon emission, and soil depletion if implemented. The commercialisation of the technology package will increase economic advantages and employment in Australia.

Funded Activity Details

Start Date: 01-01-2024

End Date: 31-12-2026

Funding Scheme: Discovery Early Career Researcher Award

Funding Amount: $383,887.00

Funder: Australian Research Council

Research Topics

ANZSRC Field of Research (FoR)

Soil sciences | Bioremediation | Environmental rehabilitation and restoration | Soil biology

ANZSRC Socio-Economic Objective (SEO)

Other Keywords

Bioremediation | Environmental rehabilitation and restoration | Expanding Knowledge In the Environmental Sciences | Management of Solid Waste From Mineral Resource Activities | Rehabilitation Or Conservation of Terrestrial Environments | Soil biology | Soil sciences

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