We’re proud to introduce Dr Nazym Baizhiyen, HDR #15 at the Training Centre, whose research is helping shape the future of sustainable mineral processing.
Nazym ‘s thesis focused on improving efficiency and sustainability in mineral processing through predictive modelling of particle size and grade distribution during comminution. Her work integrates numerical modelling, lab testing, and advanced imaging to enable early rejection of uneconomic material and enhance ore grades.
Through collaborations with the University of Tasmania and industry partners including SCANTECH, Orexplore, and Think & Act Differently BHP, Nazym applied advanced sensing technologies to bridge lab insights with industrial applications.
Her research was published in Minerals: Baizhiyen, N., Dowd, P., Xu, C., Lewis, D. (2024). Numerical investigation of the applicability of preferential grade deportment by size, Minerals, 14(670). https://lnkd.in/gtqwTXv7
💬 “My time with the Training Centre has been an incredibly rewarding experience that expanded both my technical and professional skills. I had the opportunity to collaborate with leading researchers and industry partners, gaining valuable insights into real-world challenges and innovative solutions in mineral processing. The supportive and collaborative environment truly helped me grow as a researcher and strengthen the connection between academic research and industry practice.” – Dr Nazym Baizhiyen
A big thank you to all supervisors Peter Dowd Chaoshui Xu Greg Wilkie David Lewis, the University of Adelaide, and our industry partners for their unwavering support and guidance.