The Toronto Discussion Group of CIM’s Management and Economics Society is pleased to inform you of the following worthwhile informational and networking event that the Toronto Geological Discussion Group (TGDG) is hosting, featuring:

Dr. Lesley Warren

Claudette MacKay-Lassonde Chair in Mineral Engineering, Dept. of Civil and Mineral Engineering, University of Toronto

who will deliver a presentation on:

Creating a Microbial Toolbox for the Mining Industry

Abstract: How the application of biogeochemistry to mining impacted waters, waste impoundments, and reclamation projects is being used to develop new knowledge that will drive biologically informed tools and solutions critically needed by the industry.

BIO: Dr. Warren is an aqueous and microbial geochemist, who has pioneered the development of integrated approaches to address key questions linked to the roles microorganisms play in geochemical cycling, with a significant focus on water quality management in mining contexts. She has an internationally recognized track record of resource sector-based integrated geochemical and microbiological investigation, and has partnered with numerous energy and mining industry leaders. She serves on the Canadian Mining Industry Research Organization (CAMIRO) Expert Geochemistry panel and Syncrude Canada’s Reclamation and End Pit Lake Science Advisory Boards.

Please join us!

Tuesday, January 23, 2018

4:00 – 6:00pm EST

at

Ontario Bar Association

Bay Adelaide Centre, East Tower
20 Toronto St, Toronto, ON M5C 2B8

Seminar is complimentary and seats are limited. Register by Monday, January 22, to secure your place. Please RSVP by filling out the registration form if you are interested in attending. This is also an excellent networking opportunity.

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