Western to conduct research on natural zeolites

Western Univ has entered into a long-term collaboration with the Canadian Mining Company Inc to conduct research into the company's zeolite deposits. Western's Zeolitic and Nano Materials Laboratory will conduct tests and evaluate the Vancouver-based firm's natural zeolite deposits for developing new value-added products and explore potential applications in the areas of agriculture and animal husbandry (animal feed additive). Zeolites are minerals commonly used as commercial adsorbents and catalysts....