Basin Analysis and Modelling

Dear Colleagues,

Sedimentary basins are the largest potential stores of mineral resources and hydrocarbon fuels, and their formation and evolution are controlled by deep geodynamic processes. A better understanding of the tectonic and stress field evolution of basics is critical to recognize the tectonic and environmental history of basics and to utilize them for economic and social needs. Basin analysis and modelling are significant for guiding resource exploration (e.g., structural interpretation and modelling, characteristics and evolution of prototype basins, basin sedimentary filling, fault sealing evaluation, water system evolution, etc.) and development (e.g., geomechanical modelling, rock deformation and fracture, fracture modelling, etc.). With the in-depth development of multidisciplinary intersections, unmanned aerial vehicle (UAV) photogrammetry technology, big data, artificial intelligence algorithms, and others, many new methods have been introduced into basin analysis and modelling, and a number of new research results are emerging.

With the rapid development of the oil and gas industry, there are several fundamental issues regarding basin analysis and modelling that are worth further investigation. The purpose of this research topic is to describe new developments and to expound basic theories, technical methods, field practices, and technological frontiers in basin tectonic analysis and modelling. This research topic will collect comprehensive review articles and original research articles of any scientific work and fundamental study for “basin analysis and modelling”.

Dr. Jingshou Liu
Prof. Dr. Wenlong Ding
Dr. Ruyue Wang
Prof. Dr. Lei Gong
Dr. Ke Xu
Dr. Ang Li
Topic Editors