The people
Mine to Mind was established in 2025 by Dr Cameron Perks in order help develop opportunities for Australia’s kids in mining and in the many downstream industries it supports. M2M’s goal is to bridge the gap between academic geology and the real world, making economic geology engaging, relatable, and fun. This is, at its core, a passion project for me.
I began working in the resources sector in 2013 after completing a BSc in Geology and Geophysics. I completed a PhD in Environmental Engineering in 2021 with four papers published in top quality journals including this one, this one, this one and this one.
Since then, I have worked in various “opaque” mineral markets, taking me to sites in Australia, Japan, Korea, China, Europe, the USA, Borneo, and across Africa. I have seen firsthand how minerals are mined, processed, and turned into the products we use every day. I bring these insights, along with award-winning public speaking skills, into engaging, hands-on sessions that leave students informed and inspired.
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