Distinguished Professor Suresh Bhargava is a world-renowned interdisciplinary scientist at RMIT University who is recognized for delivering research excellence that underpins significant industrial applications. His journal articles, which number over 520, have been cited over 16,210 times. Out of his seven patents, five have gone to industries or licensed to commercialization. Quoted as being among the top 1% world scientists in the resource sector, Professor Bhargava provides consultancy and advisory services to many governments and industry bodies around the world including BHP Billiton, Alcoa World Alumina, Rio Tinto, and Mobil Exxon. He has been recognized through many prestigious national and international awards.