Barry Noller
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Associate Professor
Barry Noller
Email: : b.noller@uq.edu.au
Phone: : +61 7 334 64069
Positions
Affiliate of Centre for Environmental Responsibility in Mining : Centre for Environmental Responsibility in Mining : Faculty of Engineering, Architecture and Information Technology
Principal Research Fellow : Sustainable Minerals Institute : Faculty of Engineering, Architecture and Information Technology
Overview
Availability
Associate Professor Barry Noller is: : Available for supervision : Media expert
Fields of research
Qualifications
- Bachelor of Science, University of New South Wales
- Masters (Coursework), University of New South Wales
- Doctor of Philosophy, University of Tasmania
- Federation of Asian Chemical Societies, Federation of Asian Chemical Societies
- Royal Australian Chemical Institute, Royal Australian Chemical Institute
- Royal Society of Chemistry, Royal Society of Chemistry
Works
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All (415) Book (4) Journal Article (107) Other Outputs (41) Edited Outputs (2) Conference Publication (252) Book Chapter (9)
2024
Journal Article
Enhancing the potential of Eisenia foetida and Eudrillus eugeniae species and their valorization in tannery leather industry sludge management via vermicomposting with bamboo biochar amendment
Mongchu, Chuthamat, Iwai, Chuleemas Boonthai and Noller, Barry Neil (2024). Enhancing the potential of Eisenia foetida and Eudrillus eugeniae species and their valorization in tannery leather industry sludge management via vermicomposting with bamboo biochar amendment. Case Studies in Chemical and Environmental Engineering, 10 100986. doi: 10.1016/j.cscee.2024.100986
2024
Journal Article
Characterizing salinity and salinity matrixes in the Burdekin and Fitzroy catchments, Queensland, Australia
Henderson, Fiona H. M. and Noller, Barry N. (2024). Characterizing salinity and salinity matrixes in the Burdekin and Fitzroy catchments, Queensland, Australia. International Journal of Environmental and Rural Development, 15 (1), 21-26. doi: 10.32115/ijerd.15.1_21
2024
Conference Publication
Arsenic speciation in dust dispersion from mining to Mount Isa city
Zheng, J., Noller, B.N., Huynh, T., Taga, R., Diacomanolis, V., Ng, J.C., Aitken, J. and Harris, H.H. (2024). Arsenic speciation in dust dispersion from mining to Mount Isa city. 8th International Congress and Exhibition on Arsenic in the Environment (As2021), Wageningen, Netherlands, 7-9 June 2021. London, United Kingdom: CRC Press. doi: 10.1201/9781003317395-64
Arsenic speciation in dust dispersion from mining to Mount Isa city
2023
Journal Article
Nitrogen removal from mining dewatering and the fate of water release to a river
Noller, Barry (2023). Nitrogen removal from mining dewatering and the fate of water release to a river. International Journal of Environmental and Rural Development, 14 (1), 71-76.
Nitrogen removal from mining dewatering and the fate of water release to a river
2023
Conference Publication
A practical methodology for identifying sources and distribution of metal(loid)s pollution at a copper smelting site
Rubinos, D., Bustos, M., Valenzuela, J., Quevedo, D., Gamboa, D., Campos, J., Márquez, F., Saavedra, F., Edraki, M., Noller, B., Jerez, Ó., Sanhueza, V., Novoselov, A. and Gerding, J. (2023). A practical methodology for identifying sources and distribution of metal(loid)s pollution at a copper smelting site. Sustainable Mining 2023, Santiago, Chile, 10-12 May 2023.
2023
Conference Publication
Use of tailings water for irrigation of crops: lessons learned from a long-term field-plot trial
Campos, Dilan, Rubinos, David, Valenzuela, María Paz, Gamboa, Daniela, Wiertz, Jacques, Márquez, Homero, Saavedra, Felipe, Noller, Barry and Edraki, Mansour (2023). Use of tailings water for irrigation of crops: lessons learned from a long-term field-plot trial. Water Congress, Santiago, Chile, 6-8 September 2023.
Use of tailings water for irrigation of crops: lessons learned from a long-term field-plot trial
2023
Conference Publication
Bioaccumulation of metal(loid)s by plants growing on soils irrigated with copper tailings water in view of their potential use for land remediation through phytomanagement
Rubinos, D., Valenzuela, D., Gamboa, D.A., Campos, J.H., Márquez, J.I., Quevedo, B.N., Noller, B., Edraki, M. and Saavedra-Mella, F. (2023). Bioaccumulation of metal(loid)s by plants growing on soils irrigated with copper tailings water in view of their potential use for land remediation through phytomanagement. 26th World Mining Congress (WMC 2023): Resourcing tomorrow – Creating value for Society, Brisbane, QLD Australia, 26-29 June 2023.
2022
Journal Article
Effects of lead and other metals from historical smelting on sustainable fruit and vegetable cultivation
Noller, Barry and Henderson, Fiona (2022). Effects of lead and other metals from historical smelting on sustainable fruit and vegetable cultivation. International Journal of Environmental and Rural Development, 13 (1), 105-110.
2022
Journal Article
Utilizing lead isotope tracing to investigate sustainable agriculture practice in the Burdekin catchment, Australia
Henderson, Fiona, Noller, Barry and Komarova, Tatiana (2022). Utilizing lead isotope tracing to investigate sustainable agriculture practice in the Burdekin catchment, Australia. International Journal of Environmental and Rural Development, 13 (1), 111-117. doi: 10.32115/ijerd.13.1_111
2021
Journal Article
Evaluation of site contamination from storage of fertilizer
Noller, Barry (2021). Evaluation of site contamination from storage of fertilizer. International Journal of Environmental and Rural Development, 12 (1), 55-59. doi: 10.32115/ijerd.12.1_55
Evaluation of site contamination from storage of fertilizer
2021
Journal Article
How the population in Mount Isa is living with lead exposure from mining activities
Zheng, Jiajia, Noller, Barry, Huynh, Trang, Ng, Jack, Taga, Raijeli, Diacomanolis, Violet and Harris, Hugh (2021). How the population in Mount Isa is living with lead exposure from mining activities. Extractive Industries and Society, 8 (1), 123-134. doi: 10.1016/j.exis.2020.11.008
How the population in Mount Isa is living with lead exposure from mining activities
2020
Journal Article
Environmental effects from contamination of agricultural soils via spraying and dust application to crops and animals
Noller, Barry N. (2020). Environmental effects from contamination of agricultural soils via spraying and dust application to crops and animals. International Journal of Environmental and Rural Development, 11 (1), 69-74. doi: 10.32115/ijerd.11.1_69
2020
Journal Article
Speciation and partitioning of uranium in waterbodies near Ranger Uranium Mine
McMaster, Scott A., Noller, Barry N., Humphrey, Chris L., Trenfield, Melanie A. and Harford, Andrew J. (2020). Speciation and partitioning of uranium in waterbodies near Ranger Uranium Mine. Environmental Chemistry, 18 (1), 12-19. doi: 10.1071/en20096
Speciation and partitioning of uranium in waterbodies near Ranger Uranium Mine
2018
Journal Article
Evaluation of dust generation from animal farm activities
Noller, Barry N. (2018). Evaluation of dust generation from animal farm activities. International Journal of Environmental and Rural Development, 9 (1), 88-93.
Evaluation of dust generation from animal farm activities
2018
Journal Article
Robert (Robin) Harold Stokes 1918-2016
Spurling, Thomas H. and Noller, Barry N. (2018). Robert (Robin) Harold Stokes 1918-2016. Historical Records of Australian Science, 30 (1), 42-48. doi: 10.1071/HR18018
Robert (Robin) Harold Stokes 1918-2016
2018
Book Chapter
A case study of domain-based post-closure water quality monitoring in wet-dry climates
Pham, P., Edraki, M., Noller, B. and Golding, S. (2018). A case study of domain-based post-closure water quality monitoring in wet-dry climates. From start to finish: a life-of-mine perspective. (pp. 217-222) Carlton South, VIC Australia: The Australasian Institute of Mining and Metallurgy (AusIMM).
A case study of domain-based post-closure water quality monitoring in wet-dry climates
2018
Conference Publication
Health risk assessment of arsenic dispersion from mining in Mount Isa
Zheng, J., Noller, B. N., Huynh, T., Taga, R., Ng, J. C., Diacomanolis, V. and Harris, H. H. (2018). Health risk assessment of arsenic dispersion from mining in Mount Isa. 7th International Congress and Exhibition on Arsenic in the Environment (AS 2018), Beijing, China, 1-6 July 2018. London, United Kingdom: CRC Press. doi: 10.1201/9781351046633-143
Health risk assessment of arsenic dispersion from mining in Mount Isa
2017
Journal Article
Evaluation of mercury in a freshwater environment impacted by an organomercury fungicide using diffusive gradient in thin films
Turull, Marta, Komarova, Tatiana, Noller, Barry, Fontàs, Clàudia and Díez, Sergi (2017). Evaluation of mercury in a freshwater environment impacted by an organomercury fungicide using diffusive gradient in thin films. Science of the Total Environment, 621, 1475-1484. doi: 10.1016/j.scitotenv.2017.10.081
2017
Journal Article
Metal Concentrations and Responses of Chironomid Larvae Exposed to Thailand Pulp and Paper Mill Effluent
Tokhun, Natsima, Iwas, Chuleemas Boonthai and Noller, Barry N. (2017). Metal Concentrations and Responses of Chironomid Larvae Exposed to Thailand Pulp and Paper Mill Effluent. Bulletin of Environmental Contamination and Toxicology, 99 (5), 548-554. doi: 10.1007/s00128-017-2166-7
2017
Journal Article
Sources, distribution, bioavailability, toxicity, and risk assessment of heavy metal(loid)s in complementary medicines
Bolan, Shiv, Kunhikrishnan, Anitha, Seshadri, Balaji, Choppala, Girish, Naidu, Ravi, Bolan, Nanthi S., Ok, Yong Sik, Zhang, Ming, Li, Chun-Guang, Li, Feng, Noller, Barry and Kirkham, Mary Beth (2017). Sources, distribution, bioavailability, toxicity, and risk assessment of heavy metal(loid)s in complementary medicines. Environment International, 108 (Food Chem. Toxicol. 56 2013), 103-118. doi: 10.1016/j.envint.2017.08.005
Funding
Past funding
- 2017 - 2018
Evaporator droplet size measurement and spray drift model
UniQuest Pty Ltd
Open grant - 2017 - 2018
Centre for Geoanalytical Mass Spectrometry (CGMS) - Achieving excellence in isotope geochemistry and geochronology
UQ Research Facilities Infrastructure Grants
Open grant - 2016
Next-generation multi-collector inductively-coupled plasma mass spectrometer (MC-ICP-MS) with laser-ablation capability for in situ high-throughput and high resolution isotope dating and characterizat
UQ Major Research Facility Fund
Open grant - 2012
An investigation of the monosulfidic black ooze and associated sulphur in streams of Mt Leyshon mine environment
Newmont Mining Services
Open grant - 2012
Enhancing research capacity in assessing metal- and metalloid contamination relevant to the global mineral and energy industry.
UQ Major Equipment and Infrastructure
Open grant - 2011 - 2013
Innovative Synchrotron Science - Access Program to the Australian National Beamline Facility and Cutting-Edge Beamlines at International Synchrotrons (ARC LIEF Grant administered by USyd)
ARC LIEF Collaborating/Partner Organisation Contributions
Open grant - 2011 - 2012
Surface validation survey of remediated contaminated sites at Mt Leyshon
Newmont Mining Services
Open grant - 2011 - 2012
Developing site specific water quality guidelines for Mt Leyshon mine
Newmont Mining Services
Open grant - 2011
Environmental investigation of stream sediments at Mt Leyshon
Newmont Mining Services
Open grant - 2010 - 2011
A study of the pathways of metals - cadmium and arsenic
Xstrata Copper Australia Mount Isa Business Unit
Open grant - 2010 - 2013
A study of sulphur cycle and balance of acidity at Mt Leyshon minesite
Newmont Mining Services
Open grant - 2008
Molecular structure of mixed metal/metalloid interactions in in-vivo systems as a basis to understand toxicological interactions
Australian Synchrotron Research Program
Open grant - 2008 - 2009
Environmental impact assessment of contaminants at Mt Leyshon - The 2008 Event - Stage 2
Newmont Mining Services
Open grant - 2008 - 2011
Development of an in-situ in-vitro cell system for real time measurement of toxicological effects of organic mixtures in the air and groundwater
CRC Care Pty Ltd
Open grant - 2008 - 2011
Environmental risk of tailings seepage - significance in naturally mineralised areas
Xstrata Copper
Open grant - 2007 - 2010
Understanding the control of adult mosquitoes to reduce arbovirus transmission while minimising environmental and public health risk.
ARC Linkage Projects
Open grant - 2007 - 2011
A study of the pathways of metals from air to land and water
Xstrata Copper
Open grant - 2007
Australian Synchrotron Research Program: support for access to Photon Factory, Japan, beamline NW-10A
Australian Synchrotron Research Program
Open grant - 2007
Human health risk assessments at the closed Mt Leyshon and Woodcutters mines
Newmont Asia Pacific
Open grant - 2006 - 2007
Development of Risk Assessment and Modelling for Pesticide Drift Exposure
UQ FirstLink Scheme
Open grant - 2006
Australian Synchrotron Research Program: Visit to Photon Factor Japan
Australian Synchrotron Research Program
Open grant - 2006
Time of Flight Aerosol Mass Spectrometer for Research on Airborne Particles and their Impact on Health and the Environment
ARC LIEF Collaborating/Partner Organisation Contributions
Open grant - 2006 - 2007
To develop a model that describes the fate of ifenthrin under conditions relevant to commercial application in the ambient environment (tropical and subtropical conditions) (extension of 2003001705)
FMC Chemicals Pty Ltd
Open grant - 2005 - 2008
The Effect Of Dissolved Organic Matter On The Toxicity And Bioavailability Of Metals In Tropical Freshwater Ecosystems
ARC Linkage Projects
Open grant - 2005
Australian Synchrotron Research Program: Visit to Photon Facory, Japan
Australian Nuclear Science and Technology Organisation
Open grant - 2004 - 2005
Development of A Risk Assessment Tool to Minimise Transfer of Metals & Metalloids from Rehabilitated Mine Waste to the Food-Web
UQ FirstLink Scheme
Open grant - 2004
Australian Synchrotron Research Program: Visit to Photon Facory, Japan
Australian Nuclear Science and Technology Organisation
Open grant - 2004 - 2007
A risk assessment of the effects of cyanide-bearing tailings solutions on wildlife
Aust. Centre for Mining Environmental Research
Open grant - 2003 - 2006
Minimising environmental and public health risk of pesticide application through understanding the droplet-canopy interface
ARC Linkage Projects
Open grant - 2003 - 2004
Understanding the adsorption and transport of pesticides in a number of Australian soil matrices
FMC Chemicals Pty Ltd
Open grant - 2002 - 2005
Development of a risk assessment tool to minimise mixed metals toxicities from mine tailings
ARC Linkage Projects
Open grant - 2002 - 2003
Assessment of environmental and ecological risk for the use of termiticides under Australian conditions
FMC Chemicals Pty Ltd
Open grant - 2002 - 2003
Development of Alternative Barriers for Protection of Wooden Structures from Termites
UQ FirstLink Scheme
Open grant - 2002 - 2003
Assessment of environmental and ecological risk for the use of Termiticides under Australian conditions.
Gold Coast Water
Open grant - 2001
Red Dome Cattle Grazing Trial, Chillagoe
Niugini Mining Pty Ltd Australia
Open grant - 2001
Environmental Effects of Termite Control
Ergon Energy Pty Ltd
Open grant - 2001
Environmental Effects of Termite Control
Energex
Open grant - 2001
Environmental Effects of Termite Control
Brisbane City Council
Open grant - 2001
Environmental Effects of Termite Control
Queensland Rail
Open grant - 2001
Bioavailability of metals in food
Peanut Company of Aus
Open grant - 2001
Environmental Effects of Termite Control
Department of Public Works - Built Environment Research Unit
Open grant - 2000 - 2001
Cattle grazing on tailing at Kidston Gold Mine - Component 1
Kidston Gold Mines Limited
Open grant - 2000 - 2002
Development of a risk assessment tool to minimise the impact of arsenic and lead toxicity from mine tailings
Queensland Health Scientific Services
Open grant - 2000 - 2002
Development of a risk assessment tool to minimise the impact of arsenic and lead toxicity from mine tailings
ARC Collaborative Grant (SPIRT)
Open grant - 2000 - 2002
Ecological risk assessment of nonpersistent pesticides used for cotton production in Australia (QHSS - inkind only)
ARC Collaborative Grant (SPIRT)
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Supervision
Availability
Associate Professor Barry Noller is: : Available for supervision
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Supervision history
Completed supervision
- 2016
Doctor Philosophy
Principal Advisor - 2013
Doctor Philosophy
Principal Advisor
Other advisors: Professor Mansour Edraki - 2013
Master Philosophy
##### Rehabilitation strategies for post-mined land in Fiji
Principal Advisor - 2009
Doctor Philosophy
Principal Advisor
Other advisors: Dr Jim Hanan - 2009
Doctor Philosophy
##### Termite foraging interactions with a protective barrier system
Principal Advisor
Other advisors: Emeritus Professor Myron Zalucki - 2007
Doctor Philosophy
##### ARSENIC SPECIATION OF MINE WASTES FOR RISK ASSESSMENT
Principal Advisor - 2005
Doctor Philosophy
##### Environmental fate and effects of the non-persistent pesticide, chlorpyrifos-methyl, and the implications for its risk assessment in aquatic ecosystems
Principal Advisor - 2004
Doctor Philosophy
##### DEVELOPMENT OF A RISK ASSESSMENT TOOL TO MINIMISE THE IMPACT OF ARSENIC AND LEAD TOXICITY FROM MINE TAILINGS
Principal Advisor - 2019
Doctor Philosophy
##### Geochemical Pathways of Contaminants through Weathering of Uranium Tailings
Associate Advisor
Other advisors: Professor Mansour Edraki - 2005
Master Philosophy
##### MIXED METAL/METALLOID INTERACTIONS AFFECTING BIOAVAILABILITY WITH PARTICULAR REFERENCE TO MINE TAILING RISK ASSESSMENT
Joint Principal Advisor - 2015
Doctor Philosophy
Associate Advisor - 2014
Doctor Philosophy
Associate Advisor
Other advisors: Emeritus Professor D Lockington, Professor Mansour Edraki - 2014
Doctor Philosophy
Associate Advisor
Other advisors: Emeritus Professor Sue Golding, Professor Mansour Edraki - 2014
Master Philosophy
Associate Advisor - 2013
Doctor Philosophy
##### Interaction of prioritised metals and metalloids in mine wastes with reference to risk assessment
Associate Advisor - 2012
Doctor Philosophy
Associate Advisor - 2010
Master Philosophy
Associate Advisor - 2009
Doctor Philosophy
Associate Advisor
Other advisors: Emeritus Professor Myron Zalucki - 2005
Master Philosophy
##### BIOMARKERS FOR CHRONIC ARSENIC POISONING
Associate Advisor
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Media
Enquiries
Contact Associate Professor Barry Noller directly for media enquiries about:
- Air pollution
- Air quality
- Aquatic pollution
- Chemicals in the environment
- Chemistry - environmental
- Cyanide - and mining pollution
- Ecotoxicology
- Environmental chemistry
- Environmental toxicology
- Health risk assessment - pollution
- Heavy metals
- Mining pollution
- Pollution control
- Radionuclides
- Soil pollution
- Toxicology
- Uranium
- Water pollution
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