#Advanced Resource Characterisation Facility

Microscopy image of zircon (ZrSiO4) grains acquired at Microbeam Laboratory showing fine scale growth zones.

Scientists probe nanoscale lead reservoirs to date geological events

5 Sep 2016 - A joint research project using the new Geoscience Atom Probe Facility at the WA School of Mines, Curtin University has examined lead loss in zircons to determine the timing of different geological events stored in defects within the mineral.

Characterisation image showing natural mineral iron-oxide nodules taken with the Maia x-ray imaging tool.

Maia mapping guides mineral explorers

28 Aug 2016 - The Maia Mapper is our latest and most advanced instrument in our armoury in the search for minerals.