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Biography

Dr Daniel Lane has 8 years of R&D experience in chemical engineering and high-temperature process chemistry.
In 2020 Daniel returned from the University of Eastern Finland where he was working with waste-to-energy companies to reduce their environmental impact and develop processes to recover valuable metals from combustion ashes and other metal-rich wastes. Daniel’s research has supported the development of emerging renewable energy technologies, practical solutions for waste management problems, and processes that transform wastes into valuable materials. Daniel also has public policy experience in the area of climate change adaptation. He joined the CSIRO's Mineral Resources business unit in April 2021.

Academic Qualifications

  • 2012 - 2016

    PhD
    School of Chemical Engineering, the University of Adelaide

  • 2008 - 2011

    Bachelor of Engineering (Chemical) with Hons. (1st class)
    School of Chemical Engineering, the University of Adelaide

Achievements and Awards

  • 2012-2016

    Dean's commendation for doctoral thesis excellence
    The University of Adelaide

  • 2012-2016

    Centre for Energy Technology (CET) award for best contribution to research quality
    Centre for Energy Technology, the University of Adelaide

Professional Experiences

  • Jul 2020-Apr 2021

    Science Policy Fellowship
    Department of Agriculture, Water and the Environment

  • Jan 2018-Jan 2020

    Postdoctoral Researcher
    School of Environmental and Biological Sciences, the University of Eastern Finland

  • Jul 2016-Dec 2017

    Postdoctoral Researcher
    School of Chemical Engineering, the University of Adelaide

  • Dec 2015-Apr 2016

    Research Scientist
    Institute for Mineral and Energy Resources (IMER), Adelaide

  • Apr 2015-Aug 2015

    Research Scientist
    School of Chemical Engineering, the University of Adelaide

  • Aug 2012-Nov 2013

    Laboratory Demonstrator
    School of Chemical Engineering, the University of Adelaide

  • Nov 2011-Jan 2012

    Pilot Plant Operator
    Muradel Pty. Ltd.