Monash Critical Minerals Showcase 2026

Navigating the complexities of today's critical minerals landscape demands cross-disciplinary innovation. Researchers from across the Monash Critical Minerals Initiative will share their work, from exploration technologies and processing innovations through to environmental stewardship, community trust and market economics, and show how Monash is translating research into a strategic advantage for Australia. The evening includes short presentations, a panel with Q&A, and networking drinks with Monash researchers and colleagues from academia, government and industry, with opportunities to discuss research partnerships, commercial collaboration and policy development. Program • 5.00pm Arrival and registration • 5.30pm Welcome to Country and opening remarks • 5.45pm Research presentations • 6.25pm Panel discussion and Q&A • 7.00pm Networking drinks and food • 8.30pm Close Speakers • Professor Andy Tomkins, Faculty of Science – Earth science solutions for the net zero challenge • Professor Vanessa Wong, Faculty of Science – Preserving landscape function and remediation • Associate Professor Stuart Walsh, Faculty of Engineering – Advancing innovation and infrastructure access • Professor Russell Smyth, Faculty of Business and Economics – Policy design and fiscal tools for sector stability and prosperity • Professor Libby Lester, Faculty of Arts – Social licence and community co-design Getting there 750 Collins Street is a two-minute walk from Southern Cross Station (Spencer St/Collins St exit). Trams 11 and 48 stop directly outside the building (Stop 1: Spencer St/Collins St). Limited paid parking is available nearby, including Care Park at 750 Collins and Southern Cross Station parking, but public transport is recommended. Map: https://maps.app.goo.gl/brGvn2pxA1HRVigC9 Accessibility and dietary requirements The venue is wheelchair accessible. Please let us know of any access or dietary requirements when you register. Photography Photographs will be taken at this event for Monash communications. If you prefer not to be photographed, please let a member of the event team know on arrival. Questions: Sweta Sarmah, [email protected]