Our projects from A to Z


Nestled within the vibrant academic environment of the University of Liège, GeMMe is a hub of creativity and excellence. Our diverse portfolio of regional and international projects reflects our unwavering commitment to research, exploration, and innovation. With a passionate team of researchers, scientists, and experts, we tackle complex challenges and explore novel ideas to contribute to a more sustainable and circular approach to resource management.

Our projects span a wide array of disciplines, from materials science and engineering to environmental sustainability and beyond. Each project is a testament to our dedication to advancing knowledge and addressing pressing global issues.

As you delve into our projects, you'll witness the frontiers of science being pushed, discover game-changing innovations, and gain insight into the ever-evolving world of research. We invite you to explore the work of the GeMMe Research Group, learn about our groundbreaking projects, and be part of the exciting journey toward a brighter and more sustainable future.

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2016 - 2018 (closed)

AMCO  

Automated Microscopic Characterization of Ores

EU Project - EIT RawMaterials

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2018 - 2021 (closed)

ANCORELOG  

Analytical Core Logging System

EU Project - EIT RawMaterials

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2020 - 2024 (closed)

BaCLEM  

Bio-assisted Closed Loop Recycling for E-mobility Metals from waste PCBs and Li-Ion Batteries

Pan-European Project - ERA-MIN

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2012 - 2015 (Closed)

BIOLIX  

Bio-hydrometallurgical recovery of high technologies metals from waste electrical and electronic metals

Regional Project - Wallonia

Reverse Metallurgy Portfolio

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2020 - 2023 (closed)

CEBRA  

Integrated Circular Economy Business model for decoupling Europe from PGM supply

EU Project - EIT RawMaterials

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2022 - 2026 (ongoing)

CESAREF  

Concerted European Action on Sustainable Applications of REFractories

EU Project

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2021 - 2025 (ongoing)

ChemPGM  

Chemistry of Platinum Group Metals

EU Project - H2020

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2024 - 2028 (ongoing)

CISMA  

Circular Steel for Mass Market Applications

EU Horizon Project

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2022 - 2026 (ongoing)

CISTEMEEC  

Development of industrial value chains, energy transition, electric mobility and circular economy

Batteries and Energy Products

Regional Project - Walloon Region

Reverse Metallurgy+ portfolio

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2024 - 2027 (ongoing)

DUN3ES  

Recycled Sands

FEDER-FTJ

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2021 - 2024 (Closed)

ECuME  

Circular Economy and Electric Mobility

Regional Project - Win2Wal

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2022 - 2026 (ongoing)

ECWALI  

Circular Economy of Aluminium alloys and Stainless Steel in Wallonia

Regional Project - Walloon Region

Reverse Metallurgy+ portfolio

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2024 - 2027 (ongoing)

FREEDOM  

From used dolomitic refractories to magnesium metal production

FEDER-FTJ

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2022 - 2025 (closed)

GEPI4REE  

Récupération et purification du Néodyme à partir de déchets électroniques

Regional Project - Win2Wal

2021 - 2024 (Closed)

HyperSpechChile  

Novel hyperspectral imaging tool, in the short-wave infrared, using spectral recovery algorithms for processes monitoring
2020 - 2024 (closed)

LIBS-SCReeN  

Screening Critical Raw Materials from Exploration to (post)Beneficiation using New LIBS techniques

National Project - Belgian Federal Science Policy Office (BELSPO)

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2019 - 2023 (closed)

Life PlasPLUS  

EU LIFE programme for Environment and Resource Efficiency

EU Project - LIFE Program

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2024 - 2027 (ongoing)

MAGELLAN  

MAGnets in rEsiLient suppLy chAiNs

EU Horizon Project

From 2021

Measure 42  

Mapping of secondary raw material metal needs for industrial ecosystems in Wallonia

Circular Wallonia Initiative

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From 2016 (ongoing)

MULTIPICK  

Intelligent robots that sort metal waste

Regional Project - Walloon Region

Reverse Metallurgy portfolio

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2021 - 2025 (closed)

PEACOC  

Pre-commercial pilot for the efficient recovery of Precious Metals from European end-of-life resources with novel low-cost technologies.

EU Project - H2020

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2024 - 2028 (ongoing)

PERMANET  

Permanent Magnet Network for the European Transition

EU Horizon Project

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2015 - 2017 (closed)

PICKIT  

Characterization of metallic automotive shredder residues for recycling purposes

Regional Project - Wallonia

Reverse Metallurgy Portfolio

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2022 - 2026 (ongoing)

PLANUM  

Dismantling and recovery of end-of-life aircraft

Regional Project - Walloon Region

Reverse Metallurgy+ portfolio

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2021 - 2024 (Closed)

PUR4UP  

Design of new finished products incorporating high-quality recycled plastics from ELV and WEEE

Regional Project - Walloon Region

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2021 - 2024 (Closed)

PUREZINC  

Zinc recycling through intelligent sorting and vacuum purification

Walloon Region

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2022 - 2026 (ongoing)

PYROTECNIC  

Industrial pyrometallurgy and intelligent material preparation for the circular economy

Critical Metals

Reverse Metallurgy+ Portfolio

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2014 - 2019 (closed)

REEfine  

Recovery of Rare Earth Elements from End-of-Life permanents magnets

Wallon Region

Reverse Metallurgy Portfolio

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2022 - 2026 (ongoing)

REMADE  

Recycled Materials for Advanced Manufacturing Technologies

Design for Recycling

Reverse Metallurgy+ portfolio

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