Rare earth element extraction tech may give US a new edge in China trade war

AUSTIN (KXAN) — The race for rare earth elements is on. For years, China has dominated the industry by investing in both extraction and production of an essential ingredient for everything from televisions to cars to even glasses.A solvent carrying rare earth elements passes through a filter. (Eric Henrikson/KXAN)
Last week, the United States and Ukraine announced a new trade deal. Part of this deal included access to Ukraine's mineral supply in exchange for military aid.Now, new research