Core Insights - Integral Metals Corp. announced preliminary results from its 2024 geomicrobial survey at the Burntwood Project, indicating promising microbial patterns linked to rare earth element (REE) mineralization associated with carbonatite intrusions [1][2] Group 1: Survey Details - The survey covered the northern extent of the Burntwood Syenite-Carbonatite Complex, with 808 unique soil samples collected and analyzed using 16S rRNA and metagenomic sequencing [2] - Initial analysis showed a statistically significant depletion of Burkholderiales and an enrichment of Rhizobiales in microbial communities overlying known carbonatite systems, suggesting environmental changes related to REE-bearing mineralization [2] Group 2: Research Collaboration - The geomicrobial survey is part of a broader research initiative in partnership with Dr. Andrew Cameron and the Institute for Microbial Systems and Society (IMSS) at the University of Regina, supported by funding from NSERC, Mitacs, and MMDF [2] Group 3: Future Exploration - The integration of geomicrobial and geochemical datasets will inform exploration targeting and prioritize areas for future drilling, with a commitment to innovative, science-driven techniques that reduce environmental impact [4]