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Critical Materials Innovation Hub Research Highlights

Tailored synthesis in nanoparticle permanent magnets (NPPMs)

CMI researchers at Ames National Laboratory conducted the research for this highlight

Blue curve shows the magnetic properties of the as-synthesized 50g batch. Red curve is the sintered magnet with 5 wt.% Zn densified to 87% theoretical density.

System-level demonstration of a torque coupler with CMI magnets

CMI researchers at Ames National Laboratory conducted the research for this highlight

Coupler-Integrated Torsional Coupling Test Rig for Machine Protection

Tailored synthesis in nanoparticle permanent magnets (NPPMs)

CMI researchers at Ames National Laboratory conducted the research for this highlight

Sm2Fe17 synthesis pathway and ALS study

CMI shares ideas with U.S. Department of Energy

CMI researchers at Colorado School of Mines conducted the research for this highlight

The U.S. Department of Energy’s Jeremy Mehta and Helena Khazdozian (Top) held a listening session during the 2026 CMI Winter Meeting held at Colorado School of Mines

CMI networking opportunity for early career researchers, industry

CMI researchers at Colorado School of Mines conducted the research for this highlight

CMI early career researchers network with CMI Team members from industry, as well as from universities and national laboratories, during the meet-and-greet held at the Mines Museum of Earth Sciences during the 2026 CMI winter Meeting hosted by Colorado School of Mines in February.

CMI offers presentation how-to sessions, adds 3-minute presentation to annual CMI Winter Meeting

CMI researchers at Colorado School of Mines conducted the research for this highlight

CMI early career researchers from Case Western Reserve University, Colorado School of Mines, Purdue, and Iowa State University were among the 10 who prepared for the new Three-Minute presentation.

CMI alumni panel offers advice during the CMI Winter Meeting

CMI researchers at Colorado School of Mines conducted the research for this highlight

From left, panelists Arturo Hirata-Miyasaki, Kinjal Gandha, Max Brown, and moderator Celeste Stroup.

CMI selects 10 for seventh cohort of Leadership Academy

CMI researchers at Colorado School of Mines conducted the research for this highlight

Ten members with mentors from Colorado School of Mines and Idaho National Laboratory and a DOE guest.

CMI recognition for top presenters at 2026 CMI Winter Meeting

CMI researchers at Colorado School of Mines conducted the research for this highlight

2026 CMI Winter Meeting top poster, three-minute, and traditional oral presentations were recognized.

CMI inventions licensed to Element 3, demonstrated in a commercial scale

CMI researchers at Oak Ridge National Laboratory conducted the research for this highlight

Texas Governor Abbot cuts Ribbon at Element3 lithium extraction plant in Midland, Texas.