Emerging Trends in Oil and Gas Reservoir Technology

Dear Colleagues,

The global energy landscape is undergoing a profound transformation, driven by the dual imperatives of meeting energy demand and advancing the energy transition. Moreover, as the global energy sector evolves at an unprecedented pace, the role of innovative reservoir technology has never been more critical. Consequently, this Special Issue is dedicated to showcasing the pioneering research and developments that are pushing the boundaries of what is possible in reservoir characterization, management, and recovery.

We seek to compile high-quality research and review articles that address the latest advancements in the field, and key areas of interest include, but are not limited to, the following topics:

• Advancement in reservoir characterization: Application or improvements of advanced methods for characterizing conventional or unconventional reservoirs.
• Digital Transformation: Application of artificial intelligence (AI) and advanced data analytics for reservoir simulation and production optimization.
• Enhanced Recovery Techniques: Novel EOR/IOR methods, i.e., chemical EOR or miscible/immiscible gas flooding.
• Sustainable Reservoir Management: Integration of CCUS, geothermal coproduction, and lifecycle assessment to reduce the environmental footprint of operations.
• Advanced Drilling and Completions: Developments in horizontal drilling, multistage fracturing, and intelligent well completions.
• Reservoir Surveillance: Next-generation monitoring technologies such as fiber-optic sensing, 4D seismic, and digital twins for real-time reservoir management.

This Special Issue of Applied Sciences aims to provide a comprehensive platform enabling academics and industry professionals to share cutting-edge research that will enhance recovery, improve operational efficiency, and navigate a path toward a more sustainable energy future.

Dr. Jiyuan Zhang
Guest Editor

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