This book includes an assessment of the global minerals and metals industry; a review of technologies in use for exploration, mining, minerals processing, and metals extraction; and a look at research priorities. The core of the volume is a series of specific recommendations for government, industry, and the academic community, to promote partnerships that will produce a strong flow of new technologies. Special focus is given to the role of the federal government, particularly the Bureau of Mines.Table of Contents


Front Matter
Executive Summary
1. U.S. Minerals and Metals Industry in a Changing Global Context
2. Supply, Demand, and Competitiveness
3. Role of Science and Technology in Minerals and Metals Competitveness Issues
4. Resources for Research and Development
5. Federal Role in Technology and Competitiveness
6. Recommendations
Appendix: Biographical Sketches of Committee Members
Index