Dr. Ryan D. Long is a Managing Director at Mining and Metals Research Corporation, a UK-based consultancy that provides research and advisory services to the mining and exploration industry. He has over 15 years of experience in both the technical and financial aspects of the sector, with a passion for sharing insights and opportunities from the global mining scene.

He has a strong background in geology, having worked on various projects with leading companies such as Barrick Gold, Anglo American, and Xstrata. He also has extensive knowledge and skills in equity research analysis, having held roles with Edison Group and Northland Capital Partners. He has published multiple scientific papers in international journals and holds a PhD in Economic Geology, an MSc in Mining Geology, and a CFA Level I certification. He is a fellow of the Geological Society of London and a member of the Association of Mining Analysts.