Pre-Conference Workshop
URANIUM EXPLORATION & IN-SITU RECOVERY
Tuesday, 6 October 2026
The uranium industry is growing. The technical workforce needs to grow with it.
Developed by Educate-U and Rendement, this one-day workshop provides an integrated introduction to uranium exploration and In-Situ Recovery (ISR), combining geology, hydrogeology, process engineering and project development into one practical course.
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Mr Stephen Hore is a senior geologist with the Geological Survey of South Australia with expertise in a range of rock types found in northern South Australia. He is comfortable approaching research challenges that takes him to some of the remotest places of outback Australia. Primarily he has worked on furthering the geological understanding of the Arkaroola region and beyond and has recently mean award the position as the inaugural (Honorary) Chief Geoscientist – Arkaroola Wilderness Sanctuary. Stephen shares this knowledge with many of the local and international researchers, mineral exploration company geologists, educational groups and individuals who visit the region. His groundbreaking research in the Arkaroola area has led to new insights into understanding uranium mineralization in the ranges. He was the first to recognize the widespread influence of Early Cretaceous glaciations on the evolution of the topography and in understanding its relationship with the nearby uranium hosted sedimentary cover of the area.
WHAT YOU'LL LEARN
Uranium Exploration Fundamentals
- Uranium geology & deposit styles
- Exploration techniques
- Disequilibrium
- Resource estimation pitfalls
- Greenfields exploration
In-Situ Recovery Fundamentals
- Hydrogeology fundamentals
- Wellfield Design & Development
- Processing & Uranium Recovery
- Project Development & Feasibility
- Best Practice & Case Studies
MEET YOUR PRESENTERS
ASHA RAO
Principle Geologist
Asha Rao is a geologist with 20 years of experience in the minerals industry, having worked in uranium and gold mineral systems in a wide range of geological terranes, countries and resource companies, with and specific experience in in-situ recovery (ISR) of uranium. Her geological experience is broad based, from early-stage, ‘grass-roots’ exploration to ‘brownfields’, preproduction work. Asha has a proven technical ability in identifying new exploration targets and employing innovation to unravel the intricacies of mineral deposits.
GARY PRICE
Principal Geologist
Gary Price is an experienced field geologist with more than 30 years of experience in mining and mineral exploration in Australia and overseas.
Gary commenced his career working in gold mining and project development in Western Australia and early experience also included exploration for diamonds on the Skeleton Coast, in Namibia.
Since 2005, Gary has been focussed on exploration and resource development for uranium projects in the Northern Territory, South Australia and Western Australia.
In 2009, he was instrumental in the formation of Bowgan Minerals Limited (now Spinnaker), a private equity-funded and Northern Territory focussed explorer whom has a specific focus on the development of new green fields exploration projects in under explored geological terrains.
Spinnaker Minerals currently manage two exploration projects in the Northern Territory and is well advanced in preparation for a near-term ASX listing which will generate the capital needed to conduct first-pass ‘proof of concept’ exploration drilling at both of its projects.
Gary is a member of AusIMM, AIG and until recently, held the position of Secretary, of the Geological, Exploration and Mining Services Association Northern Territory, Incorporated (GEMSA NT) since its inauguration in 2020.
BEN JEUKEN
Principal Hydrogeologist
With over 20 years in the groundwater and mining industry, Ben brings significant experience and a practical approach to every project. As a Principal Hydrogeologist, he has led successful outcomes in mine water management, groundwater supply development, in situ recovery of uranium and other metals, and potash brine mine development. Known for turning complex challenges into clear, workable strategies, Ben helps clients unlock value while balancing operational needs with environmental responsibility.
JAMES DAVIDSON
Principal Metallurgist
James is a globally recognized mining professional with over 30 years of expertise in hydrometallurgy, specialising in uranium and base metals extraction through innovative processes like in-situ recovery (ISR) and ion exchange technologies. His leadership in process design, pilot plant development, and water treatment solutions has driven operational excellence across global mining operations.
WHY ATTEND? WHAT THE WORKSHOP INCLUDES:
- Learn from recognised ISR industry leaders
- Understand best-practice uranium exploration
- Covers the complete ISR project lifecycle
- Practical industry case studies and lessons learnt
- Connects exploration through to production
- Emerging ISR applications for copper & REE
- Geological and mineral sample display
- Practical case studies
- Interactive discussion sessions
- Course notes
- Catering included
PROGRAM OUTLINE
Welcome
Introduction to ISR
U Exploration Fundamentals
- Geological settings / deposit styles focusing on sedimentary and ISR amenable
- Exploration methods
- Disequilibrium issues
- Grade and Resource estimation pitfalls
Morning Tea
Hydrogeology
- ISR Feasibility assessment
- Modelling & Well design
Wellfield Design & Development
- Production Targets, Scheduling, Wellhouse Capacity
- Wellfield layout, construction & operation
Lunch
Processing & Uranium Recovery
- Acid vs Alkaline Leach
- Ion Exchange
- Recoveries and interference
- Precipitation
- Solid-Liquid
- Separation
- UOC Product
Project Development &
Feasibility
- Project Development Process
- FLT
- Economics
Afternoon Tea
Rare Earth, Copper and Potash
- Applicability of ISR to other critical minerals
Best Practice & Case Studies
- Australian ISR
- USA ISR
- Kazakhstan ISR
End of Workshop