Novel research seeks to locate Scotland's next gold mine; Geologists apply new scientific methods to gold prospecting
Thursday, October 27, 2011 - 19:30
in Paleontology & Archaeology
There really is gold in those hills – enough for a king’s ransom. Scotgold Resources Ltd has just been given planning permission to open Scotland’s first gold mine since gold was mined 500 years ago at Leadhills to make the Scottish crown jewels. Now the University of Leicester is involved in the search for the next natural treasure trove.