Unconventional Reservoir: a study into the affects of a supercritical CO2 fracturing fluid on the productivity of hydrocarbons in an unconventional reservoir

Experimentally investigate crack propagation under tri-axial loading of shale, in order to map the evolution of a fracture in shale during its inducement and through a simulated production phase.

A study into the affects of a supercritical CO2 fracturing fluid on the productivity of hydrocarbons in an unconventional reservoir.

Theoretical and experimental investigations into methods of emission control for a range of industrial and commercial combustion processes.

Theoretical and experimental investigations into two-phase flow instability and gas lift optimization methods within production tubing.
EligibilityCandidates should have a 1st or upper 2nd class honours degree in an area relevant to the subject. Candidates should have an interest in petroleum, chemical, mechanical engineering and/or Geology. In all cases a Master’s degree or equivalent qualification or other evidence of research skills and experience is preferred but not essential.
FundingApplication where funding can be secured from other sources will be accepted at any time. For further information visit: www.salford.ac.uk/study/postgraduate/fees-and-funding/research-degree-fees-and-funding
Further information and applyingFor further information, please contact Professor Ghasem Nasr at [Email Address Removed] or [Email Address Removed].

For more information on research within the School of Computing Science & Engineering and to make an application please visit: www.salford.ac.uk/research/sirc/postgraduate-research