Dr. Elena Petrova

Senior Research Fellow in Hydrometallurgical Separation Chemistry · Division of Extractive Metallurgy · International University of Resources

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Academic focus & active research

Dr. Elena Petrova develops selective solvent extraction and ion-exchange separation techniques for purifying critical technology metals from complex mineral ores and recycled electronics.

Rare Earth Element Leaching Supercritical Fluid Extraction Battery Recycling Hydrometallurgy Circular Metallurgy

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Institution: International University of Resources
Department / Faculty: Division of Extractive Metallurgy
Primary Field: Rare Earth Element Leaching
Campus Location: Freiberg, Saxony, Germany

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