BioXtract transforms complex waste into high-value metal resources through precision biogeochemistry. Our team aims to redefine metal recovery by harnessing the fundamental rules that govern the natural biogeochemical cycling of metals. At the core of our technology is the replication and acceleration of processes that have shaped Earth's metal cycling for billions of years, and apply them to modern waste streams through:
Our approach is defined by high selectivity and precision, a modular and adaptive system design, and an environmentally responsible process operating under mild conditions with minimal chemical use. These strengths enable BioXtract to deliver a more cost-effective, scalable, and sustainable alternative to conventional metal recovery technologies. With deep expertise across biogeochemistry, microbiology, mineralogy, process engineering, and modelling, the BioXtract team bridges fundamental science and industrial application to unlock untapped sources of critical raw materials and turn waste into a strategic resource.
This project is supported through funding from the SPRIN-D Tech Metal Transformation Challenge.