Biography
Al Muataz is a PhD candidate at Heriot-Watt University, focuses on advancing low net‑carbon oil recovery and the energy transition by addressing displacement instability in reservoirs. His research investigates the challenges of achieving smooth, consistent fluid flow during enhanced oil recovery, aiming to maximise oil recovery while reducing carbon emissions. He employs life cycle assessment and energy analysis to evaluate both performance and environmental impact. Al Muataz holds an MSc in Reservoir Evaluation and Management from Heriot-Watt University and a bachelor’s degree in Chemical and Biological Engineering from Colorado State University. His doctoral work involves developing detailed three-dimensional reservoir models and exploring low salinity techniques to stabilise fluid displacement, building on a strong foundation in reservoir modelling and EOR strategies.
Project Title
Experimental and Theoretical study of Low Salinity Polymer
Funding
Petroleum Development Oman – PDO
Supervisors
Prof. Arne Skauge
Prof. Ken Sorbie
Prof. Eric Mackay
Start Date
Sep 2024
Contact
Email: amra2000@hw.ac.uk
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Al Muataz is a PhD candidate at Heriot-Watt University, focuses on advancing low net‑carbon oil recovery and the energy transition by addressing displacement instability in reservoirs. His research investigates the challenges of achieving smooth, consistent fluid flow during enhanced oil recovery, aiming to maximise oil recovery while reducing carbon emissions. He employs life cycle assessment and energy analysis to evaluate both performance and environmental impact. Al Muataz holds an MSc in Reservoir Evaluation and Management from Heriot-Watt University and a bachelor’s degree in Chemical and Biological Engineering from Colorado State University. His doctoral work involves developing detailed three-dimensional reservoir models and exploring low salinity techniques to stabilise fluid displacement, building on a strong foundation in reservoir modelling and EOR strategies.
Project Title
Experimental and Theoretical study of Low Salinity Polymer
Funding
Petroleum Development Oman – PDO
Supervisors
Prof. Arne Skauge
Prof. Ken Sorbie
Prof. Eric Mackay
Start Date
Sep 2024
Contact
Email: amra2000@hw.ac.uk