Biotechnology for the extractive metals industries

Journal Article · Mon Jan 01 04:00:00 EST 1990 · Journal of Metals; (USA)

DOI:https://doi.org/10.1007/BF03220519· OSTI ID:7250852

Brierley, J A

This paper reports on biotechnology as an alternative process for the extraction of metals, the beneficiation of ores, and the recovery of metals from aqueous systems. Currently, microbial-based processes are used for leaching copper and uranium, enhancing the recovery of gold from refractory ores, and treating industrial wastewater to recover metal values. Future developments, emanating from fundamental and applied research and advances through genetic engineering, are expected to increase the use and efficiency of these biotechnological processes.

• OSTI ID: 7250852
• Journal Information: Journal of Metals; (USA), Journal Name: Journal of Metals; (USA) Vol. 42:1; ISSN JOMTA; ISSN 0148-6608
• Country of Publication: United States
• Language: English

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