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The primary raw material used to make steel, which is strong, long-lasting and cost-efficient
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The lightest of all metals, it is a key element needed for low-carbon technologies
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Tough but malleable, corrosion-resistant and recyclable, and an excellent conductor of heat and transmitter of electricity
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Rincon Project
A long-life, low-cost and low-carbon lithium source
Simandou Project
The world’s largest untapped high-grade iron ore deposit
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Our podcast discussing what needs to happen to create a sustainable future for the everyday items we have come to rely on
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Nervous, but excited. That’s how Marie-Pierre Paquin, our Chief Advisor Discovery, felt when she was asked to appear on an episode of our Things You Can’t Live Without podcast, hosted by material scientist Dr Anna Ploszajski with special guest Rudy Garcia-Tolson.
Marie-Pierre shares what it was like temporarily swapping her lab coat for the microphone to explore the science behind the titanium in Rudy’s prosthetic legs, and how he has come to rely on them as a five-time Paralympian, Ironman finisher and adaptive sport advocate.
Well, I would say because someone super nice asked me to, but also because this is something outside of my comfort zone. I admire people who are super at ease with expressing themselves and who can make a complicated topic clear and understandable. The podcast was a great opportunity to really stretch myself.
It was my first podcast, so the whole thing was intimidating for me – the special microphone, the sound test, and Dr Anna who is extremely good at hosting. The production team was very reassuring, though, so in the end it was a great experience, even if I do still struggle to listen to my own voice.
I do listen to podcasts about history or science. But lately I’m more into audiobooks. When I travel it’s easier and makes me feel like I’m not losing precious time in the airport or in transit.
I was impressed by all of Rudy’s achievements and his dedication towards helping young athletes. When Rudy is speaking you can hear the passion in his voice. Dr Anna impressed me with her ability to react to our comments, adjust her approach, and make insightful connections, all while actively listening. It’s not an easy task.
The episodes are well made and establish the link between materials and our daily life. Dr Anna makes it fun, and the main guests are all super interesting. I was amazed by Rudy.
We all use materials in our daily life. And building a sustainable future requires thoughtful consumers, who understand the impact of their choices.
An easy answer would be my phone, but I feel like that’s a boring answer, so I’m going to choose something that makes me happy, and that’s my mountain bike. It’s made of aluminium, and I mostly ride in the woods with friends and family. It’s one of my favourite activities.
Listen to Marie-Pierre, Rudy and Dr Anna on Things You Can’t Live Without.