This volume presents a comprehensive overview of the latest advancements in the extraction and processing of rare and precious metals, addressing critical challenges in resource recovery and material science. The collection features papers from leading researchers and industry professionals, detailing innovative techniques for elements such as antimony, arsenic, gold, indium, palladium, platinum, rare earth metals (including yttrium and neodymium), titanium, tungsten, and vanadium. It explores both direct extraction methods and specialized processes like biosorption, fuel debris treatment via fluorination, and the recovery of valuable components from commodity metals and slag.

This collection of papers is likely to be of significant interest to metallurgists, materials scientists, and chemical engineers working in metal extraction and processing. The focus on rare and precious metals, alongside innovative recovery techniques, suggests a highly specialized and technical audience. The breadth of elements and processes covered indicates a comprehensive reference for professionals and researchers in the field.