Elias Ghaleh Golab | Chemical EOR | AcademicTrailblazer Recognition Award

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Assist. Prof. Dr. Elias Ghaleh Golab | Chemical EOR | AcademicTrailblazer Recognition Award

Assist. Prof. Dr at IAU University,  Iran

E. Golabi is a seasoned researcher and chemical engineer with a strong focus on petroleum engineering and materials science. He has contributed extensively to the understanding and application of surfactants in enhancing oil recovery, particularly through wettability alteration and interfacial tension reduction. Golabi has worked in collaboration with diverse academic and industrial partners, publishing widely in international journals. His innovative research has led to insights into the interactions between various chemical agents and rock surfaces, especially in carbonate and limestone reservoirs, helping optimize extraction processes in oil fields. His commitment to advancing scientific knowledge in his field is evident through his participation in several international conferences.

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Education 🎓

Golabi’s educational background is rooted in chemical and petroleum engineering, equipping him with expertise in advanced materials and fluid dynamics. He holds advanced degrees, including a Master’s and a Ph.D. in Chemical Engineering, with his research primarily focused on surfactant applications in petroleum engineering. His formal education also encompassed advanced studies in areas like rheology, polymer chemistry, and materials science, providing a comprehensive foundation that supports his research work on oil recovery methods and material properties. His educational pursuits have included both coursework and research that enable him to address complex challenges in petroleum engineering.

Experience 💼

Golabi has gained a wealth of professional experience across academic and research institutions, contributing to various experimental and theoretical projects. His career includes roles such as a senior researcher in petroleum engineering and chemical studies, with a primary focus on studying surfactants, interfacial phenomena, and material characterization. He has collaborated with multidisciplinary teams on projects aimed at enhancing oil recovery techniques and understanding asphaltene precipitation. His practical and research-driven expertise extends to chemical engineering applications and process optimization for enhanced petroleum extraction.

Awards and Honors 🏆

Throughout his career, Golabi has received multiple accolades for his research, including recognition at international conferences like the SPE Heavy Oil Conference. His work has been awarded for innovative contributions to enhanced oil recovery techniques and for developing novel surfactants that reduce interfacial tension in petroleum engineering. He has also received honors from esteemed journals for impactful publications in fields related to chemical engineering and materials science. His awards reflect his significant contributions to the advancement of petroleum engineering and chemical science.

Research Focus 🔬

Golabi’s research focuses on the development and application of surfactants for enhanced oil recovery, specifically targeting wettability alteration in carbonate reservoirs and interfacial tension reduction. His studies explore the impacts of anionic and cationic surfactants on oil-wet to water-wet transitions, as well as the role of biosurfactants in crude oil extraction. He has also delved into the phenomena of asphaltene precipitation, examining its effects on oil recovery processes. His research aims to improve extraction efficiency in challenging geological formations and optimize chemical formulations for various salinities and environmental conditions.

Conclusion 📝

The candidate possesses several commendable strengths that align with the values of the Academic Trailblazer Recognition Award, showcasing excellence in research, teaching, leadership, and community engagement. By addressing identified areas for improvement, they can further enhance their contributions to academia and the broader community. This recognition would not only validate their achievements but also motivate them to continue pushing boundaries in their field.

Publications Top Notes

  • Experimental study of wettability alteration of limestone rock from oil-wet to water-wet using various surfactants
    • Authors: E Golabi, FS Azad, SS Ayatollahi, SN Hosseini, N Akhlaghi
    • Conference: SPE Canada Heavy Oil Conference
    • Year: 2012

 

  • Chemical induced wettability alteration of carbonate reservoir rocks
    • Authors: E Golabi, F Seyedin Azad, SS Ayatollahi
    • Journal: IRANIAN JOURNAL OF CHEMICAL ENGINEERING
    • Year: 2009

 

  • Comparative review of piezoelectric biomaterials approach for bone tissue engineering
    • Authors: A Samadi, MA Salati, A Safari, M Jouyandeh, M Barani, …
    • Journal: Journal of Biomaterials Science, Polymer Edition
    • Year: 2022

 

  • Determination of safe mud weight window based on well logging data using artificial intelligence
    • Authors: J Zahiri, M Abdideh, E Ghaleh Golab
    • Journal: Geosystem Engineering
    • Year: 2019

 

  • Experimental study of anionic and cationic surfactants effects on reduce of IFT and wettability alteration in carbonate rock
    • Authors: E Golabi, FS Azad, SS Ayatollahi, SN Hosseini, M Dastanian
    • Journal: International Journal of Science Engineering Research
    • Year: 2012

 

  • Biosurfactant production by microorganism for enhanced oil recovery
    • Authors: E Golabi, SR Sogh, SN Hosseini, MA Gholamzadeh
    • Journal: International Journal of Science Engineering Research
    • Year: 2012

 

  • Experimental study of wettability alteration of limestone rock from oil-wet to water-wet by applying various surfactants, SPE Heavy Oil Conference Canada
    • Authors: E Golabi, F Seyedeyn Azad, S Ayatollahi, N Hosseini, N Akhlaghi
    • Organization: Society of Petroleum Engineers
    • Year: 2012

 

  • An overview on asphaltene precipitation phenomena from crude oil
    • Authors: R Hashemi, LK Kshirsagar, PB Jadhav, S Nandi, E Ghaleh Golab
    • Journal: International Journal of Chemical Studies
    • Year: 2016

 

  • Trichlorido (6-methyl-2, 2′-bipyridine-κ2N, N′)(dimethylsulfoxide-κO) indium (III)
    • Authors: SA Shirvan, S Haydari Dezfuli, E Golabi, MA Gholamzadeh
    • Journal: Acta Crystallographica Section E: Structure Reports Online
    • Year: 2012

 

  • Synthesis, introduction and study of the rheological properties of a novel polymeric surfactant and its effect on interfacial tension in different salinity
    • Authors: GE Ghaleh, S Riahi, VM Vatankhah, A Nakhaee
    • Journal: Petroleum Research
    • Year: 2019

 

Yujie Bai | Oil-gas field | Young Scientist Award

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 Dr. Yujie Bai | Oil-gas field | Young Scientist Award

Dr. northeast petroleum university, China

👩‍🔬 Dr. Yujie Bai is a visionary in Petroleum and Natural Gas Engineering, graduating with a Doctorate from Northeast Petroleum University in 2021. Their pioneering research in chemical flooding for oil and gas recovery has earned them accolades, including the China Petroleum and Chemical Automation Association Technical Invention First Prize in 2024. With over 50 published papers and 20 patents, they’ve made significant contributions to the field. Their innovative work in synthesizing nanoparticles from acidizing flowback fluids has revolutionized oil recovery methods, showcasing a commitment to excellence and innovation in the industry.🌟

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Education, Experience, and Academic Achievements

🎓 Graduating from Northeast Petroleum University in June 2021 with a Doctorate in Petroleum and Natural Gas Engineering, I embarked on a journey fueled by a passion for innovation and advancement in the oil and gas industry.

🔬 In 2021, I commenced my professional career, focusing primarily on pioneering research in chemical flooding to enhance oil and gas recovery methods. I proposed a groundbreaking technical method for extracting nano flooding systems from oil well-produced liquid, substantiating its feasibility through rigorous testing.

💡 My research delved deep into the micro-interaction characteristics among various elements within porous media, including oil phase, water phase, rock formations, and nano-displacement systems. This exploration led to the establishment of a novel quantitative characterization method for emulsification rates, shedding light on the micro-seepage mechanisms of multiphase fluids in porous media.

🏆 Over the years, I have demonstrated leadership by spearheading four significant scientific research projects and contributing as a core member to one National Natural Science Foundation and two national science and technology major projects. My contributions have been recognized through the publication of over 50 papers, with 30 indexed by SCI, and the acquisition of 20 authorized invention patents.

🌟 In 2024, my dedication and ingenuity were honored with the prestigious China Petroleum and Chemical Automation Association Technical Invention First Prize, reaffirming my commitment to excellence and innovation in the field.

Contributions to Research & Development, Innovations, and Extension Activities 🚀

My involvement in research and development has been instrumental in exploring innovative solutions for the treatment of produced water and enhancing oil recovery processes. A notable contribution stems from the utilization of silicates found in flowback fluids from acidizing oil wells as raw materials for synthesizing nanomaterials.

Using the sol-gel method, we successfully synthesized nanomaterials from acidizing flowback fluids and meticulously optimized reaction conditions. Comprehensive assessments of interfacial tension, wetting angle, and surface tension were conducted, providing crucial insights into the solution’s properties.

In-depth investigations, including displacement efficiency tests and flooding experiments in two-dimensional flat cores, unveiled the mechanisms underlying enhanced oil recovery facilitated by nanoparticles. Our findings demonstrated that nanoparticles with a diameter of 351 nm could be effectively extracted and synthesized from acidizing flowback solutions at low pH levels.

The synthesized nanoparticles exhibited remarkable properties, altering interfacial properties between oil and water, thus enhancing recovery rates. At an injection concentration of 300 mg/L, significant reductions in water cut, up to 27.16%, were achieved, with subsequent water flooding yielding a recovery rate of 32.25%.

By advocating for the strategic elevation of nanoparticle injection concentrations derived from acidizing flowback fluids, we have paved the way for efficient oil and gas resource development. Our research outcomes not only present a novel method for treating oilfield wastewater but also offer promising avenues for advancing oil recovery technologies. 🌊🛢️🔬

Publications Top Notes 📝

  1. Title: “Experimental study on the influence of clay particles on the stability of heavy oil emulsions and explanation of the influencing mechanism”
    • Journal: Energy Sources, Part A: Recovery, Utilization, and Environmental Effects
    • Year: 2024
    • DOI: 10.1080/15567036.2024.2320756
    • Contributors: Dan Li; Huifen Xia; Guangsheng Cao; Ning Zhang; Yujie Bai; Ying Liu; Zihang Zhang; Yuyang Du

 

  1. Title: “Unstable Coalescence Mechanism and Influencing Factors of Heterogeneous Oil Droplets”
    • Journal: Molecules
    • Year: 2024
    • DOI: 10.3390/molecules29071582
    • Contributors: Zhuolun Li; Xiayi Huang; Xuenan Xu; Yujie Bai; Che Zou

 

  1. Title: “The Effect of Crude Oil Stripped by Surfactant Action and Fluid Free Motion Characteristics in Porous Medium”
    • Journal: Molecules
    • Year: 2024
    • DOI: 10.3390/molecules29020288
    • Contributors: Qingchao Cheng; Guangsheng Cao; Yujie Bai; Ying Liu

 

  1. Title: “Permeability Enhancement Mechanism of Acidizing in Steam-Assisted Gravity Flooding Wells”
    • Journal: Processes
    • Year: 2023
    • DOI: 10.3390/pr11103004
    • Contributors: Ming Yu; Chao Xu; Yujie Bai; Che Zou; Weibo Liu; Guangsheng Cao; Xi Yi; Jing Zhang

 

  1. Title: “Probing the Demulsification Mechanism of Emulsion with SPAN Series Based on the Effect of Solid Phase Particles”
    • Journal: Molecules
    • Year: 2023
    • DOI: 10.3390/molecules28073261
    • Contributors: Qingchao Cheng; Guangsheng Cao; Yujie Bai; Zhixuan Zhu; Ning Zhang; Dongju Li

 

  1. Title: “Optimization of Anti-Plugging Working Parameters for Alternating Injection Wells of Carbon Dioxide and Water”
    • Journal: Processes
    • Year: 2022
    • DOI: 10.3390/pr10112447
    • Contributors: Kemin Li; Guangsheng Cao; Gaojun Shan; Ning Zhang; Xincheng Liu; Shengbo Zhai; Yujie Bai

 

  1. Title: “Preparation and Optimization of Modified Asphalt by Profile Control Parameters at Lamadian Oilfield”
    • Journal: Processes
    • Year: 2022
    • DOI: 10.3390/pr10101917
    • Contributors: Qing Luo; Kemin Li; Gaojun Shan; Guangsheng Cao; Yujie Bai; Ning Zhang; Jiajun Wu

 

  1. Title: “Construction of sulfur-free gel breaker agent system and investigation on gel-breaking mechanism for association fracturing fluid”
    • Journal: Energy Sources, Part A: Recovery, Utilization, and Environmental Effects
    • Year: 2022
    • DOI: 10.1080/15567036.2022.2083272
    • Contributors: Zhe Wang; Guangsheng Cao; Yujie Bai; Peilun Wang; Xin Wang; Xincheng Liu; Dan Li

 

  1. Title: “Study on migration characteristics of oil gas water three-phase interface and distribution law of remaining oil in gas cap edge water reservoir”
    • Journal: Energy Sources, Part A: Recovery, Utilization, and Environmental Effects
    • Year: 2022
    • DOI: 10.1080/15567036.2022.2090642
    • Contributors: Guangsheng Cao; Jiajun Wu; Ning Zhang; Yu Sui; Yujie Bai