Research

A Colorado School of Mines researcher joins international team in Antarctica seeking clues in ice and mud to predict future sea-level rise.

Nexus invests in the development of joint responses to challenges, catalyzes research funding for collaborative work and fosters the exchange of ideas between Mines and the National Laboratory of the Rockies.

Mines’ Walt Copan urges U.S. leadership in critical minerals innovation, calling for coordinated strategy and investment in advanced mining.

Colorado School of Mines has a variety of geothermal experts who stand ready to answer questions from journalists about this rapidly expanding energy field.

Researchers at Colorado School of Mines are revealing the risks of aquifer sinkholes and groundwater loss from local farms to megacities, threatening infrastructure and livelihoods.

Innovative biochar research at Mines explores a new way to clean mine water of harmful metals with support from the Schmidt Family Foundation.

PFAS contamination is one of today’s most persistent environmental challenges, and researchers at the Colorado School of Mines are leading the fight to clean it up. Through advanced PFAS research, Dr. Chris Higgins and his team study how these “forever chemicals” move through soil and water, develop cutting-edge cleanup technologies, and collaborate with communities to restore safe drinking water.

Edgar Mine is home to hands-on experiences few universities offer with student-built labs and a one-of-a-kind learning environment.

NSF and Lemelson Foundation back Mines research preparing engineers to solve technical, social and environmental challenges.

Colorado School of Mines faculty win NIH MIRA grants to explore protein complexes and immune response, advancing innovation in biological and medical research.