Abdolreza Farhadian | Gas storage | Best Researcher Award

Dr. Abdolreza Farhadian | Gas storage | Best Researcher Award

Associate professor, Kazan Federal University Russia

Abdolreza Farhadian is a senior researcher at Kazan Federal University, specializing in gas hydrate inhibitors, anti-agglomerants, and corrosion inhibitors for the oil and gas industry. His research aims to develop environmentally friendly and efficient solutions for hydrate blockage and corrosion management in hydrocarbon transportation. He has contributed significantly to hybrid inhibition strategies and the advancement of hydrate-based natural gas storage and CO₂ capture technologies. With extensive expertise in polymer and petrochemical research, he has authored multiple patents and publications in international journals. Farhadian has been involved in numerous scientific projects supported by institutions like the Russian Science Foundation and Gazpromneft STC. His work extends to synthesizing biomaterials, catalysts, and surfactants for enhanced oil recovery and water desalination. He actively supervises master’s and PhD students, fostering the next generation of researchers in energy and material science.

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🎓 Education

Bachelor’s Degree (2009-2014) – Payame Noor University, Applied Chemistry. Master’s Degree (2014-2016) – Shahid Beheshti University, Polymer Chemistry. Thesis focused on synthesizing bio-based hyperbranched polyols from vegetable oils and improving their thermal stability. Ph.D. (2017-2021) – Kazan Federal University, Petrochemical Industry. Thesis: Development of complex reagents for inhibiting hydrate formation and corrosion in hydrocarbon pipelines. Postdoctoral Research (2021-2022) – Shahid Beheshti University, focusing on gas storage, CO₂ sequestration, and corrosion inhibition.

💼 Experience

Junior Researcher (2017-2022) – Kazan Federal University, contributing to projects on gas hydrate inhibition and corrosion control. Senior Researcher (2022-Present) – Kazan Federal University, leading research on kinetic hydrate inhibitors, corrosion inhibitors, and gas storage technologies. Supervisor (2024-Present) – Mentoring master’s and PhD students in petrochemical and material sciences. Farhadian has played a pivotal role in scientific research projects, including the development of novel surfactants for gas hydrate storage, gas injection chemical selection, and environmentally friendly oilfield reagents. His work is supported by key organizations, including the Russian Science Foundation and Gazpromneft STC.

🏆 Awards & Honors

Russian Science Foundation Grant (2024) – Supported research on novel surfactants for safe gas storage via gas hydrate technology. Gazpromneft STC Project (2022) – Funded study on chemical inhibitors for hydrate prevention in gas pipelines. Ministry of Education and Science of Russia (2020-2021) – Recognized for contributions to a world-class scientific center on hydrocarbon development. Russian Foundation for Basic Research (2017) – Supported research on next-generation hydrate inhibitors for Arctic hydrocarbon production. Farhadian’s contributions to petrochemical research have earned him numerous grants and recognitions, reinforcing his impact in gas hydrate inhibition, CO₂ sequestration, and corrosion management.

🔍 Research Focus

Farhadian’s research focuses on developing kinetic hydrate inhibitors, anti-agglomerants, and corrosion inhibitors for hydrocarbon transportation. He is pioneering hybrid inhibition strategies to resolve compatibility challenges between hydrate and corrosion inhibitors. His work also extends to hydrate-based natural gas storage, CO₂ capture, and sequestration for energy efficiency and environmental sustainability. He specializes in the synthesis of oil-soluble catalysts and surfactants for aquathermolysis of heavy oil. His expertise includes high-pressure experimental techniques (PVT cells, HP-μDSC), polymer synthesis, and biomaterial characterization. Farhadian’s research has practical applications in flow assurance, enhanced oil recovery, water desalination, and hydrogen storage, making significant contributions to sustainable energy solutions.

Publication Top Notes

  • A theoretical and experimental study of castor oil-based inhibitor for corrosion inhibition of mild steel in acidic medium at elevated temperatures (2020) – A. Farhadian, A. Rahimi, N. Safaei, A. Shaabani, M. Abdouss, A. Alavi – 228 citations

 

  • Novel sucrose derivative as a thermally stable inhibitor for mild steel corrosion in 15% HCl medium: An experimental and computational study (2022) – A. Rahimi, A. Farhadian, A. Berisha, A. Shaabani, M.A. Varfolomeev, … – 104 citations

 

  • Synthesis of novel high primary hydroxyl functionality polyol from sunflower oil using thiol-yne reaction and their application in polyurethane coating (2016) – I. Omrani, A. Farhadian, N. Babanejad, H.K. Shendi, A. Ahmadi, M.R. Nabid – 86 citations

 

  • Modified hydroxyethyl cellulose as a highly efficient eco-friendly inhibitor for suppression of mild steel corrosion in a 15% HCl solution at elevated temperatures (2021) – A. Farhadian, S.A. Kashani, A. Rahimi, E.E. Oguzie, A.A. Javidparvar, … – 83 citations

 

  • Sulfonated chitosan as green and high cloud point kinetic methane hydrate and corrosion inhibitor: Experimental and theoretical studies (2020) – A. Farhadian, M.A. Varfolomeev, A. Shaabani, S. Nasiri, I. Vakhitov, … – 80 citations

 

  • Synthesis and characterization of a novel internal emulsifier derived from sunflower oil for the preparation of waterborne polyurethane and their application in coatings (2017) – H.K. Shendi, I. Omrani, A. Ahmadi, A. Farhadian, N. Babanejad, M.R. Nabid – 77 citations

 

  • Simultaneous inhibition of natural gas hydrate formation and CO2/H2S corrosion for flow assurance inside the oil and gas pipelines (2023) – A. Farhadian, Y. Zhao, P. Naeiji, A. Rahimi, A. Berisha, L. Zhang, … – 72 citations

 

  • Exploration of Sunflower Oil As a Renewable Biomass Source to Develop Scalable and Highly Effective Corrosion Inhibitors in a 15% HCl Medium at High Temperatures (2021) – A.A. Farhadian, A. Rahimi, N. Safaei, A. Shaabani, … – 70 citations

 

  • Novel Biosurfactants for Effective Inhibition of Gas Hydrate Agglomeration and Corrosion in Offshore Oil and Gas Pipelines (2023) – C. Tang, A. Farhadian, A. Berisha, M.A. Deyab, J. Chen, D. Iravani, A. Rahimi, … – 65 citations

 

  • Waterborne polymers as kinetic/anti-agglomerant methane hydrate and corrosion inhibitors: A new and promising strategy for flow assurance (2020) – A. Farhadian, M.A. Varfolomeev, A. Kudbanov, M. Rezaeisadat, … – 64 citations

 

  • A new class of promising biodegradable kinetic/anti-agglomerant methane hydrate inhibitors based on castor oil (2019) – A. Farhadian, M.A. Varfolomeev, A. Kudbanov, S.R. Gallyamova – 59 citations

 

  • Waterborne polyurethanes as a new and promising class of kinetic inhibitors for methane hydrate formation (2019) – A. Farhadian, A. Kudbanov, M.A. Varfolomeev, D. Dalmazzone – 59 citations

 

 

Yujie Bai | Oil-gas field | Young Scientist Award

 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