HYDROMETALLURGY

Scope & Guideline

Unlocking the potential of materials chemistry for a sustainable world.

Introduction

Explore the comprehensive scope of HYDROMETALLURGY through our detailed guidelines, including its aims and scope. Stay updated with trending and emerging topics, and delve into declining areas to understand shifts in academic interest. Our guidelines also showcase highly cited topics, featuring influential research making a significant impact. Additionally, discover the latest published papers and those with high citation counts, offering a snapshot of current scholarly conversations. Use these guidelines to explore HYDROMETALLURGY in depth and align your research initiatives with current academic trends.
LanguageMulti-Language
ISSN0304-386x
PublisherELSEVIER
Support Open AccessNo
CountryNetherlands
TypeJournal
Convergefrom 1975 to 2024
AbbreviationHYDROMETALLURGY / Hydrometallurgy
Frequency12 issues/year
Time To First Decision-
Time To Acceptance-
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AddressRADARWEG 29, 1043 NX AMSTERDAM, NETHERLANDS

Aims and Scopes

The journal 'HYDROMETALLURGY' focuses on the innovative and sustainable extraction of metals from various sources, emphasizing the development of hydrometallurgical processes. Its research spans a wide array of methodologies, from traditional leaching techniques to advanced biotechnological approaches.
  1. Metal Recovery Techniques:
    Research primarily involves the development and optimization of methods for recovering metals such as lithium, cobalt, nickel, and rare earth elements from various ores and waste materials.
  2. Environmental Sustainability:
    A significant focus is placed on environmentally friendly processes, including bioleaching and the use of green solvents, to minimize ecological impacts during metal extraction.
  3. Process Optimization and Modeling:
    The journal highlights studies on the optimization of extraction processes through modeling and experimental approaches, including kinetic studies and thermodynamic assessments.
  4. Innovative Materials and Technologies:
    Exploration of novel materials, such as ionic liquids and deep eutectic solvents, for improved metal extraction efficiency and selectivity.
  5. Waste Management:
    Research includes methods for the recovery of valuable metals from waste products, such as electronic waste and industrial by-products, promoting a circular economy.
  6. Characterization Techniques:
    The journal emphasizes the use of advanced characterization techniques to understand the mechanisms of metal recovery and the properties of leachates.
The journal has identified several trending and emerging research themes that reflect the evolving landscape of hydrometallurgy and the increasing demand for sustainable practices.
  1. Biohydrometallurgy:
    Research in bioleaching and other biotechnological approaches for metal recovery is gaining traction, focusing on the use of microorganisms to enhance extraction processes.
  2. Circular Economy Practices:
    There is a growing emphasis on recycling and recovery of metals from waste materials, aligning with global sustainability goals and the circular economy paradigm.
  3. Ionic Liquids and Deep Eutectic Solvents:
    The application of ionic liquids and deep eutectic solvents for metal extraction is emerging as a significant area of interest, offering cleaner alternatives to conventional solvents.
  4. Integrated Process Design:
    Research is increasingly focusing on the integration of various extraction methods and technologies to improve overall efficiency and sustainability in hydrometallurgical processes.
  5. Advanced Characterization Techniques:
    The use of advanced characterization methods, including molecular dynamics simulations and spectroscopic techniques, is becoming more prevalent to better understand extraction mechanisms.
  6. Waste Valorization:
    Emerging studies are focusing on the valorization of industrial and mining wastes, transforming them into valuable resources through innovative hydrometallurgical approaches.

Declining or Waning

Certain themes within 'HYDROMETALLURGY' have shown a decline in prominence over recent years, reflecting shifts in research priorities and technological advancements.
  1. Conventional Solvent Extraction:
    While still relevant, traditional solvent extraction processes are being overshadowed by more environmentally friendly and efficient methods, such as bioleaching and the use of ionic liquids.
  2. High-Temperature Pyrometallurgical Processes:
    There is a noticeable decrease in research focused on high-temperature pyrometallurgical methods as the industry shifts towards lower-energy and more sustainable extraction techniques.
  3. Single-Metal Extraction Techniques:
    Research on methods targeting the extraction of single metals is declining in favor of integrated approaches that recover multiple metals simultaneously from complex waste streams.
  4. Basic Kinetic Studies:
    Basic kinetic studies without innovative applications are becoming less common, with a shift towards more applied research that integrates kinetics with process optimization in real-world scenarios.

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