Dr. Ian Tyler

Assistant Professor

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Biography

Ian Tyler is an Adjunct Senior Research Fellow at the University of Western Australia, contributing to the understanding of geological systems, particularly in the Neoproterozoic Yeneena Basin. With a robust h-index of 55, his extensive research addresses lithostratigraphy and mineralization processes, making significant contributions to geological literature through journals like Precambrian Research and Gondwana Research. Tyler has a distinguished career with the Geological Survey of Western Australia, spanning 38 years, where he has been involved in various projects and is recognized for his expertise in Proterozoic tectonics and mineral systems. He played an instrumental role in the UWA's submission to the Australian Critical Minerals Strategy (2023-2030), focusing on critical mineral production. Tyler's academic qualifications include a PhD in Geology/Metamorphic Petrology from Aston University and a BSc (Hons) from the University College of Wales. His role in the Centre of Exploration Targeting reflects his ongoing commitment to advancing geological research, and he has received prestigious awards, including the Gibb Maitland Medal from the Geological Society of Australia in 2017 and being elected a Fellow of the Australian Academy of Technological Sciences and Engineering in 2016.

Research Interests

Experience

Adjunct Senior Research Fellow

2020-03-01 — Present

University of Western Australia • Perth, Australia

Involved in various research projects regarding geological conditions and mineral resources.

Associate Scientist

— Present

CSIRO •

Contributed to the mineral resources sector and published research.

Awards

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Gibb Maitland Medal

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Fellow

Requirements for University of Western Australia

Master Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:2.8
IELTS
Listening
Required:6
Reading
Required:6
Writing
Required:6
Speaking
Required:6
Overall
Required:6.5
TOEFL
Listening
Required:20
Reading
Required:20
Writing
Required:22
Speaking
Required:20
Total
Required:82
Prerequisites
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