EAGE (European Association of Geoscientists and Engineers)’s Post

I am thrilled to share our latest publication, "Unveiling Valuable Geomechanical Monitoring Insights: Exploring Ground Deformation in Geological Carbon Storage," a collaborative effort that highlights crucial aspects of Geological Carbon Storage (GCS). This work, developed with my supervisors, Denis Voskov and Femke Vossepoel, and distinguished colleagues Marcos Machado, Mojdeh Delshad, and Kamy Sepehrnoori, explores the interplay between rock properties, CO2 injection rates, pressure changes, and ground displacements in an offshore Brazilian reservoir. Our findings, revealing centimeter-scale ground uplift and questioning conventional monitoring sites, underline the necessity of advanced monitoring strategies and comprehensive sensitivity analyses for effective risk management in GCS projects. These insights are essential for enhancing the predictive accuracy of models and ensuring the success of GCS initiatives. The paper is now available for download on the Applied Sciences Journal website, accessible to all. I invite you all to look into our study and explore the mechanisms we've analyzed to better understand and optimize CO2 storage strategies. https://lnkd.in/g2RXShtx

My pioneering work published in 2020 has been cited 50 times, demonstrating the significance of potential field geophysics in subsurface exploration. By leveraging the natural potential fields of the Earth, we can unveil hidden structures and resources.

Please enjoy reading our new paper published by Science Publishing Group: https://lnkd.in/g9nFNjZc The paper was originally published as a pre-print and was downloaded sone 140 times, which added to our determination to get it published as a peer-reviewed work. Some of our peers stipulated - at times, in quite a fancy and entertaining way - that this success could have been attributed to the presence of synthetic hydrogen artificially generated through the drilling process. What can I say... In the process of conducting our research, we collected over 1,100 soil gas readings - quite a stats, I'd say. The technique was always the same - drilling ≤1m holes then running the probe in. The vast majority of stations showed 0ppm H2. However, a serious chink of readings taken in certain locations (specified but not ID's in the paper, due to the confidentiality clause - available upon the request) resulted in 100', sometimes 1,000s ppm H2. In several locations, the readings surpassed 2,000ppm H2, having had exceeded the gas detection device measuring range. (In the process, we have ruined several H2 electrochemical sensors due to the excessive exposure to hydrogen). We drilled in wet and dry, in multiple soil types, in numerous geo-tectonic environments. We have seen the readings ranging from 0 to >2,000ppm in exactly the same soils. Nonetheless, we found out - or, rather, confirmed - that the largest contributing factor governing these readings was always the same: WHAT IS BENEATH OUR FEET, DOWN THERE DEEP IN THE GROUND. Not in the soil (although its composition and pH cannot be discarded, either) - but the things deep below: The Mantle; The Asthenosphere; The Core. We are geologists, and we have to study things IN DEPTH. Enjoy.

BETTER LATE THAN NEVER A couple of months ago, we published the paper named "Natural Hydrogen in the Northern Perth Basin, WA Australia: Geospatial Analysis and Detection in Soil Gas for Early Exploration", co-authored by Vitaly Vidavskiy, Nikolay Larin, Reza Rezaee, Rance Dorrington, Martin Spivey and Vladimir Vidavskiy. https://lnkd.in/g4zr48kw Frankly, it is not a 100% research paper because (a) we were unable to reveal the entire set of data due to the commercial confidentiality T&C, and (b) the subject was too multi-disciplinary to be easily accommodated by a single scientific discipline. The latter factor caused a certain lack of acceptance on the reviewers' side, while our un-orthodox interpretations certainly contributed to it too (who could have thunk). Besides, we meekly attempted to popularize the subject by means of enouncing the material in a free-flowing manner, having mercy on the broad audience's comprehension - which didn't help gaining the academia's popularity either. As a result, it took us some while - around six months or so - to get it accepted. Fortunately, the processes in geoscience flow at a much slower pace, compared to the fidgety lifespan of ours, mortals. (Makes one percept the matters philosophically). Thankfully, the subject outlined in the paper had not changed anywhat through the time it took us to get it published - no sir, not at all. Special thanks to Macallum New Energy for all the support and guidance. Enjoy the reading, hope this helps to resolve the riddle, rather than adding to it.

I know, everyone says Mondays aren't "good" days for posting on LI, but I have to let you know that THIS FRIDAY (February 9) is the initial abstract deadline for GeoConvention 2024. Anna Rogers and I will be co-chairing what is shaping up to be a great session on "The Critical Role of Geomechanics in Storage and Geothermal Projects," with several high-quality invited talks. Be part of it! (Note that there are several geothermal and carbon storage sessions that have been lumped together for submission purposes. You have to submit to the geothermal or carbon storage stream even if your storage project is something other than carbon. Don't worry, Anna and I will sort it out afterwards!) GeoConvention Partnership #geocon2024 #geothermal #geomechanics #CCUS https://lnkd.in/gFJuy2u

In my latest paper, we delve into the barriers to the diversification of #biogeosciences using data from the American Geophysical Union (re: membership, annual meeting, & #publishing process). Check out the full study here: https://lnkd.in/eaPbfs4w. #DEI #HostileObstacleCourse #geosciences

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We are actively seeking sponsors for the 'Caspian Basin in Transition Conference 2024: Bridging Geosciences and Environmental Challenges.' Companies eager to invest in the future of science are invited to partner with us for this transformative event. The conference, co-organized by ASOIU/UFAZ and CASPISNET, will take place in Baku from June 3-6, 2024. It aims to address the pivotal challenges of geosciences in a transitioning world. Participants will have the opportunity to engage in enriching discussions, enjoy a tour of the mud volcanoes, and contribute to the interface between science and policy. Attendance is free. -------------------------------------- “Xəzər hövzəsi keçid dövründə, yer elmləri və ətraf mühit problemləri arasında körpü 2024” konfransına sponsorluq üçün müraciətləri qəbul edir. Elmin gələcəyinə töhfə vermək istəyən şirkətlər qoşula bilərlər. Qeyd edək ki, 3-6 iyun tarixlərində ADNSU, UFAZ və “CASPISNET” şirkətinin təşkilatçılığı ilə Bakıda baş tutacaq tədbirdə keçid dövründə olan müasir dünyada yer elmləri sahəsindəki başlıca dəyişikliklər müzakirə ediləcək. İştirakçılar zəngin müzakirələrə qatılmaq, palçıq vulkanlarına ekskursiya etmək və elm/qanunvericilik interfeysinə töhfə vermək imkanı əldə edəcəklər. İştirak ödənişsizdir.

Yesterday, within the EGU (European Geosciences Union) General Assembly 2024, our new paper was presented under the title: "Triassic-Jurassic ophiolites of Dinaridic Ozren and Borja-Mahnjača massifs in Bosnia and Herzegovina: Mineralogy, geochronology, and P-T estimates from subducted sole." " It is a special honor for me that we presented our results, as a part of my PhD research, at the largest geoscientist conference in Europe and beyond. This is an indication that our hard work is going in the right direction. What is special for this work is the first geochronological data for these two massifs, which bring new information and (change) knowledge about the ophiolites of these areas. That is the charm of scientific and research work. Those interested can find out more at: https://lnkd.in/dMSPdA2Y

I am pleased to share that our latest research poster on 'Multivariate statistical analysis of mafic- and ultramafic-hosted seafloor massive sulfides' has been published in the European Geosciences Union (EGU) April 2024, Vienna, Austria! Check it out here: [https://lnkd.in/d9e3Qhnc, 2024] #Geoscience #Research #EGU2024"