Joel Scanlon

Digital Specialist and Founder of News-Medical.Net

Joel relocated to Australia in 1995 from the United Kingdom and spent five years working in the mining industry as an exploration geotechnician. His role involved utilizing GIS mapping and CAD software. Upon transitioning to the North Coast of NSW, Australia, Joel embarked on a career as a graphic designer at a well-known consultancy firm. Subsequently, he established a successful web services business catering to companies across the eastern seaboard of Australia. It was during this time that he conceived and launched News-Medical.Net. Joel has been an integral part of AZoNetwork since its inception in 2000. Joel possesses a keen interest in exploring the boundaries of technology, comprehending its potential impact on society, and actively engaging with AI-driven solutions and advancements.

Articles from Joel

EPA & Chevron Reach Agreement in Navajo Nation Uranium Contamination Probeý

The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) said that it had reached a deal for the uranium contamination probe on the Navajo Nation former mining site. On Monday they said that Chevron USA Inc. was to survey the radium contaminated soil in the 31 acre Mariano Lake Mine site near Gallup, N.M., and in the surrounding 10 homes and 2 water wells.

4 Aug 2011

Demand for Diamonds Wanes in India

The demand for diamonds is likely to wane in India as the price of gems surge. India is the largest exporter of polished precious stones in the world. However the representatives of Titan Industries Ltd feel that current price rises of 60-70% for polished stones may see consumers buying gold over diamonds.

4 Aug 2011

Anglo Pacific Acquires Iron Ore Royalty via Greenland Investment

The Anglo Pacific Group has acquired a 1% gross revenue iron ore royalty from London Mining. The royalty will be earned from the Isua iron ore project located in Greenland after a $30 million investment from Anglo Pacific. The project is slated for production in 2015.

4 Aug 2011

Stillwater Mining Posts Record Profits

Stillwater Mining Company has reported record profits for the quarter ending June 30, 2011. The Montana based company has seen a 192% hike in profits recorded compared to the same quarter the previous year. The company earned nearly $42.7 million in the second quarter this year equating to 39 cents a share.

4 Aug 2011