Core Insights - American Rare Earths, through its subsidiary Wyoming Rare, has been awarded a STAR Project grant in partnership with the University of Wyoming to assess potential byproducts from rare earth elements at the Halleck Creek Project [2][9] - The STAR Project is part of the NSF-funded ART initiative aimed at promoting applied research with high commercialization potential [3][7] Company Overview - American Rare Earths is a critical minerals company focused on reshaping the U.S. rare earths industry, particularly through the Halleck Creek Project, which is positioned to enhance U.S. critical mineral independence [10][11] - The Halleck Creek Project is located on Wyoming State land and utilizes cost-efficient open-pit mining methods, benefiting from streamlined permitting processes [10][11] Project Details - The STAR Project will involve examining tailings and byproducts from rare earth extraction, exploring their potential applications, and assessing their technical viability and economic implications [4][5] - Deliverables include a comprehensive database of material properties, evaluations of potential uses through computational modeling, and small-scale laboratory experiments [5] Research and Development - The project aims to create marketable innovations and solve real-world problems through applied, industry-sponsored research [6] - The collaboration with the University of Wyoming's School of Energy Resources emphasizes the importance of interdisciplinary research and outreach to support Wyoming's energy sector [8]