US Gallium & Scandium Supply
UT Austin Spinout Targets US Gallium and Scandium Supply Gaps
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Mining.comAccording to a report from Mining.com, the University of Texas at Austin has launched Supra Elemental Recovery, a startup focused on extracting high-purity gallium, scandium, and other critical minerals from domestic waste streams. The US is currently 100% import-dependent on these elements, which are crucial for semiconductors, aerospace, and energy. Supra's proprietary platform combines traditional solvent extraction and ion exchange methods to deliver a non-toxic process with up to 100× greater selectivity and speed. The company has secured $2 million in pre-seed funding and plans to use the investment to further develop its technology and prepare for commercial pilots in 2026.