Colorado School of Mines announces admission guarantee for qualified graduates of all Colorado high schools

Mines President Paul C. Johnson said Mines launched the new enrollment program to keep top talent in Colorado.

George Sowers, professor of practice in space resources, said developing water ice is probably one of the very first economically viable uses of moon resources.

Colorado School of Mines' Edgar Experimental Mine in Idaho Springs will serve as one of the underground testing sites for advanced mining technologies aimed at improving safety, productivity, and supply chain resilience.

Three Mines faculty members are quoted in this article examining mining workforce issues: Ian Lange, professor of economics and business and deputy director of the Critical Materials Innovation Hub; Jaeheon Lee, associate professor of minerals and subsurface energy; and Bill Zisch, J. Steven Whisler Head of Mining Engineering Endowed Chair.

Thomas Albrecht, University Distinguished Professor of Chemistry, spoke with KUNC's Erin O’Toole about how microreactors operate, and why nearby Aurora residents shouldn’t be worried.

George Sowers, professor of practice in space resources, explains the challenges of the lunar environment, including the difference between a lunar day and an Earth day and how that impacts lighting conditions.