TECHNOLOGY/BUSINESS OPPORTUNITY Maximizing rare earth element separation with Lanmodulin protein using a novel desorption technology

The Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory (LLNL) is seeking industry partners to commercialize its technology for maximizing rare earth element separation with Lanmodulin protein using a novel desorption technology. This technology has the potential for efficient intra-REE separation, which is fast and cost-effective. The key benefits of this technology include its ability to separate rare earth elements without degrading the capacity of the LanM column, and its potential for significant separation in a single adsorption-desorption cycle. • Efficient intra-REE separation that is fast and cost-effective • Does not degrade the capacity of the LanM column • Potential for significant separation in a single adsorption-desorption cycle rendering secondary separation steps unnecessary • Integration into the existing separation platform of protein-based separation