Find your niche in Mining and Metallurgical Engineering

Explore the Department of Mining and Metallurgical Engineering to learn how your unique STEM interests align with lucrative and exciting careers within the mining industry.

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Compilation of videos showing scientists and engineers conducting research across a range of disciplines related to the mining industry, including chemistry, technology, sustainability and more.

Recent news in the Department of Mining and Metallurgical Engineering

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Student intern at Idaho National Laboratory contributes to metallurgy science

Undergraduate student supports critical mineral research efforts

A black and white photograph with handwriting at the bottom reading, "Clarence Mackay" and "Prof. Young." The image includes a mustachioed Clarence Mackay under a tent with professors in graduation regalia in front of an audience. The audience is all wearing hats. The stage is set up out front of the Mackay School of Mines building.

Nevada’s mining industry and the University of Nevada, Reno maintain close connections

Mining success in the state has long supported the University with funding

Assistant Professor, Ehsan Vahidi, posing in front of a building and trees.

SME Career Development Grant awarded to Metallurgical Engineering Assistant Professor Ehsan Vahidi

The John N. Butler Endowed Professor in Extractive Metallurgy becomes one of three recipients nationally to receive grant in 2024

Why choose our programs?

Dedicated faculty

Our leading research-active faculty receive funding from national and international agencies, providing a thriving working and learning environment, valuable experience, and financial support to pursue their own research.

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Rich outdoor environment

Our campus sits just north of Reno's thriving downtown and is less than an hour away from some of the most beautiful outdoor recreation areas in the country like Lake Tahoe and the Sierra Nevada Mountains.

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Leading research

Our faculty, graduate students, and postdoctoral scholars are conducting new, ground-breaking research each year, and our labs and facilities are led by an advanced and knowledgeable professional staff.

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