Dr. James Tour

Dr. James Tour, a synthetic chemist and nanotechnologist at Rice University, discusses revolutionary flash Joule heating technology that could free the U.S. from dependence on Chinese rare earth resources. He explains how this method extracts critical minerals from waste and mine tailings, emphasizing its environmental advantages and cost-effectiveness. Tour also outlines the potential for creating localized recycling plants and the strategic importance of these innovations for national security. This could reshape supply chains and bolster the economy.