Sonja Lavikko

Sonja Lavikko is a Research Scientist at the Geological Survey of Finland (GTK) since April 2021, focusing on R&D for sustainable zero-waste mining of critical minerals and optimizing data use in the battery value chain. Prior experience includes a role as a Research Scientist at GTK from April 2017 to September 2018, where Sonja researched mineralogy and beneficiation technology. Previous positions include serving as a PhD student and course assistant at Åbo Akademi University, conducting research on mineral carbonation, and supervising various theses. Sonja's educational background includes a Ph.D. in Geology and Mineralogy, an M.Sc. in Geology and Mineralogy, and a Bachelor of Natural Sciences in the same field, all from Åbo Akademi University. Early career experience includes roles at Belvedere Mining Oy and in sales positions at Viking Line, Debenhams, and McDonald's.