Скачать или смотреть 🎧 Why Critical Minerals Matter

Critical minerals and rare earth elements are the backbone of modern technology—powering everything from smartphones and electric vehicle batteries to military systems and renewable energy solutions. But the U.S. relies heavily on foreign imports, posing major challenges for national security, economic resilience, and defense readiness.

In this episode of the NSF’s Discovery Files, we explore how scientists, engineers, and geologists are working to secure the U.S. supply chain through critical mineral research, innovation, and workforce development.

Listen to the full podcast: “Critical Minerals and Rare Earth Elements” on NSF’s Discovery Files (   • Why Critical Minerals Are So Critical | Po...  ).

🧠 FEATURING:
Rachel Teasdale, Program Director at the U.S. National Science Foundation, and NSF-supported researchers working across geoscience, engineering, and materials science to advance critical mineral exploration and recovery technologies.

🌎 WHY IT MATTERS:
As the global race for rare earth elements intensifies, American leadership in critical mineral innovation is vital for maintaining our technological edge, economic competitiveness, and environmental sustainability.

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