Postgraduate Student

Education & Biography

2017-present: PhD Student-Petroleum Engineering, Lyell Centre/IPE, Heriot-Watt University, UK
2014-2017: Advisor, Sahand Oil and Gas Research Institute, Sahand University of Technology, Iran
2015-2016: Visiting Lecturer, Azad University- Marvdasht Branch, Iran
2012-2015: Research Assistant, Sahand Oil and Gas Research Institute, Sahand University of Technology, Iran
2011-2013: MSc-Reservoir Engineering, Sahand University of Technology, Iran
2006-2010: BSc-Petroleum Engineering, Azad University- Marvdasht Branch, Iran

Research Interests

– Small Angle Neutron Scattering in Earth Sciences
– Pore Structure of Mudrocks
– Pore Scale Modelling
– Fluid Transport Concepts in Shale

PhD project

“Using small angle neutron scattering (SANS) for a systematic understanding of the pore structure of mudrocks of different origin”:
Mudrocks are naturally defined by a broad range of pore size distribution, from macropores through mesopores and micropores. A large fraction of the porosity is associated with pores smaller than 2 nm, which is partly inaccessible or non-resolvable to several invasion or microscopy methods. Contrary to such standard techniques, Small Angle (SANS) and Very Small Angle Neutron Scattering (VSANS) techniques have shown to provide a detailed resolution of the shale pore space, providing connected and non-connected porosity, as well as pore size distribution, specific surface area and fractal dimension. Image-based modelling associated with neutron scattering can accordingly contribute to a better understanding of fluid flow in shales. Within this project, we will perform new SANS measurements and rely on existing datasets to better understand and quantify the pore space of mudrocks which is of relevance for unconventional gas production and seal integrity for carbon storage.

📧 Email: ar104@hw.ac.uk |

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