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Biomacromolecules in the Resource Recovery and Isolation of Valuable Metals

Manuscript Submission Deadline: April 01, 2025
Guest Editor: Richard T Olsson
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Sponsored By: Other-Invited
Publication Date: October 2025
Keywords: BioMaterials, Extraction and Processing, Minerals, Polymers, Recycling and Secondary Recovery
Scope: This topic welcomes innovative research on biomacromolecule-assisted recovery and recycling of critical metals with an emphasis on exploring biomacromolecules' roles in metal nucleation, crystallization, selective adsorption, and separation to enhance recovery yields and process efficiency. Contributions may include novel approaches for processing electronic equipment and batteries waste and high metal value industrial wastes from landfills or mining for metal sourcing. Studies demonstrating advancements in selective recovery, environmental sustainability, and scalability of these biomolecular techniques are particularly welcome. The goal is to address the challenges of critical metal shortages by advancing sustainable recovery methods.
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How to Submit a Manuscript

Please read the detailed Instructions for Authors and upload your manuscript at the Editorial Manager website for JOM. To ensure sufficient time for peer review, papers will not be accepted after the posted manuscript submission deadline. Original research papers should be 3,000-9,000 words with up to 12 figures maximum; review papers should be 6,000-11,000 words with up to 20 figures maximum.

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