Dhrubajyoti Neog | Petroleum Technology | Excellence in Academia Award

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Assist. Prof. Dr. Dhrubajyoti Neog | Petroleum Technology | Excellence in Academia Award

Assistant Professor at Dibrugarh University, India

Dr. Dhrubajyoti Neog is an accomplished petroleum technology expert with over 15 years of academic and research experience. Holding a Ph.D. and M.Tech in Petroleum Technology and a B.E. in Mechanical Engineering, he specializes in petroleum exploration and production, oil well production technology, reservoir engineering, enhanced oil recovery, and flow assurance issues. He is a Chartered Engineer (Institution of Engineers India, 2019) and recipient of several awards including the Research Excellence Award (2020) and International Distinguished Author Award (2021-22). Dr. Neog actively coordinates academic programs, supervises Ph.D. research, and leads various workshops and conferences. He is a member of professional bodies such as the Society of Petroleum Engineers and Indian Science Congress Association, contributing significantly to petroleum industry-academic integration.

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Academic Profile

Assist. Prof. Dr. Dhrubajyoti Neog holds a Ph.D. in Petroleum Technology, showcasing his deep expertise in this critical energy sector. He earned his M.Tech in Petroleum Technology with a specialization in Petroleum Exploration and Production, equipping him with advanced knowledge of upstream oil and gas operations. Dr. Neog’s academic journey began with a Bachelor of Engineering (B.E.) degree in Mechanical Engineering, providing a strong foundation in engineering principles. His multidisciplinary qualifications highlight a robust blend of mechanical and petroleum engineering skills, making him a valuable contributor to research and education in petroleum technology. 🔧📚

Professional Recognition

Dr. Dhrubajyoti Neog is a Chartered Engineer certified by the Institution of Engineers India since 2019. He received the Research Excellence Award in 2020 from the Institute of Scholars and the International Distinguished Author Award (2021-22) from the International Institute of Organized Research (I2OR). He serves as a Ph.D. Supervisor and Chairman of the Departmental Management Committee at Dibrugarh University’s Department of Petroleum Technology. Dr. Neog is actively involved as a member of multiple Boards of Studies and coordinates PG programs in Oil Well Drilling Technology. He also advises the Society of Petroleum Engineers and coordinates ATAL FDP programs.

Areas of Interest

Dr. Dhrubajyoti Neog specializes in key aspects of petroleum engineering, including Production Technology and Reservoir Engineering. His research focuses on innovative methods such as Low Salinity Water Flooding and Wettability Studies to improve oil recovery. He addresses critical challenges like oil well flow assurance issues and oil well water shut-off techniques. Dr. Neog is also experienced in Enhanced Oil Recovery, Oil Well Technology, Surface Production Operations, and Well Servicing, contributing to efficient and sustainable petroleum production processes. His expertise supports advancements in optimizing oil extraction and maintaining well integrity.

Academic Experience and Certifications

Dr. Dhrubajyoti Neog specializes in Petroleum Exploration & Production, Oil Well Production Technology, Well Servicing, Surface Production, and Workover Operations. He has completed numerous prestigious certificate courses, including WHO’s Waste Management, Offshore Oil & Gas Introduction, COVID-19 Awareness, Google Digital Marketing, and industry-specific trainings from Duke University, Alison, and Petrotech India. Dr. Neog actively engages in workshops and seminars on modern petroleum technology and universal human values in education. He also received a Shastri Indo-Canadian Institute grant for research on Enhanced Oil Recovery and environmental impacts in petroleum industries.

Research Focus

Dr. Dhrubajyoti Neog’s research primarily focuses on petroleum engineering with a strong emphasis on enhanced oil recovery (EOR), reservoir engineering, and production technology. His work includes detailed studies on formation water analysis, scale formation, and wettability alteration in porous media, especially within the Upper Assam Basin. He explores chemical EOR methods, oil spill management using sorbents, and oil well intervention techniques like coiled tubing. Additionally, he investigates the impact of temperature on reservoir properties such as rock wettability and water saturation. His research blends experimental, computational, and field studies to optimize crude oil recovery and sustainable production.

Conclusion

Dr. Neog exemplifies the qualities sought in the Research for Excellence in Academia Award: a strong research profile, practical application of academic knowledge, leadership in academia, professional recognition, and active involvement in knowledge dissemination and community engagement.

Publication Top Notes

  • Formation Water Analysis to Examine Scale Formation and Wettability Alteration… (2025, Book chapter) 📚 DOI: 10.1007/978-981-96-3667-9_2

  • Adsorption analysis of organic and chemical sorbents for oil spill management on land (2025, Journal article) 🧪 DOI: 10.1016/j.rineng.2025.105167

  • Sustaining heavy crude oil production with chemical EOR: A comparative study (2025, Journal article) ⚙️ DOI: 10.1016/j.ctta.2025.100191

  • Computational analysis of coiled tubing concerns during oil well intervention in Upper Assam Basin, India (2023, Journal article) 💻 DOI: 10.1038/s41598-022-26670-5 | Cited by 5+

  • Sensitivity analysis for enhancing crude oil recovery with continuous flow gas lift… (2023, Journal article) ⛽ DOI: 10.1016/j.heliyon.2023.e17466

  • Effect of temperature on the pH of water flood effluents and irreducible water saturation… (2022, Journal article) 🌡️ DOI: 10.1007/s13202-021-01384-y

  • Effect of temperature on sandstone rock wettability behaviour… (2022, Journal article) 🪨 DOI: 10.1007/s12517-022-09429-0

Oumar Ibrahima KANE | Hydrocarbon Exploration | Best Researcher Award

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Dr. Oumar Ibrahima KANE | Hydrocarbon Exploration | Best Researcher Award

Dr. Oumar Ibrahima KANE, Chengdu University of Technology/Institute of Sedimentary Geology, Senegal

Dr. Oumar Ibrahima KANE 🌍 Postdoctoral Researcher at Chengdu University of Technology, Institute of Sedimentary Geology 🏫. Dr. Kane completed his Ph.D. in Mineral Resource Prospecting and Exploration in 2023 and now focuses on oil and gas exploration in the Sichuan Basin, China. His research includes geological data collection, laboratory analysis, geological modeling, and reservoir characterization. Specializing in petroleum exploration, sequence stratigraphy, and carbonate sedimentology, he has published 13 SCI papers with 137 citations 📚. He is a member of the International Society of Palaeogeography and the International Association of Sedimentologists 🌐

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Academic and Professional Background 🌍

In 2023, Dr. Oumar Ibrahima KANE earned his Ph.D. in Mineral Resource Prospecting and Exploration. He is currently a Postdoctoral Researcher at the Institute of Sedimentary Geology, Chengdu University of Technology, where he specializes in oil and gas exploration in the Sichuan Basin, China. His research involves geological data collection, laboratory analysis, building interpretative software models, and creating geological maps. He focuses on reservoir characterization, evolution, and predicting favorable development areas. Dr. Kane’s expertise includes Petroleum Exploration, Sequence Stratigraphy, Carbonate Sedimentology, Petroleum Geochemistry, and Geological Modeling. 🛢️🌐📊

 

Research and Innovations 🔬

Dr. Oumar Ibrahima KANE is currently involved in two major research projects in the Sichuan Basin, China. His work focuses on the structural evolution of deep and ultra-deep strata and its impact on natural gas accumulation and enrichment. Additionally, he is exploring the genesis of dolomite and its implications for paleogeography reconstruction. Dr. Kane is also studying the diagenetic evolution of the Middle Cambrian Gaotai Formation, aiming to understand its geological processes and implications for hydrocarbon exploration. His contributions to these projects provide valuable insights into petroleum geology and resource prediction. 🌍⛽🪨

 

Research Focus

Dr. Oumar Ibrahima KANE’s research primarily centers on hydrocarbon exploration, with a strong focus on sedimentary geology and reservoir characterization. His work includes analyzing the sedimentary facies and paleogeography of the Sichuan Basin in China, exploring the tectonic and climatic influences on organic matter accumulation, and studying the diagenetic evolution of key geological formations. Dr. Kane’s expertise spans petroleum geochemistry, sequence stratigraphy, and the use of advanced modeling techniques to predict favorable reservoir development areas. His contributions to understanding reservoir quality and hydrocarbon potential are crucial for the energy industry. ⚒️📊

 

Publication Top Notes

  • “Lower Cretaceous volcanic-sedimentary successions of the continental rift basin in the Songliao Basin, northeast China: Implication in high-quality reservoir prediction and hydrocarbon potential” – Cai, Q., Hu, C., Deng, Q., Lin, L., Hu, Z. (2023) – Cited by: 2 📚🛢️
  • “Sedimentary facies, lithofacies paleogeography, and an evaluation of the Ordovician sequences in the Sichuan Basin, southwest China” – Kane, O.I., Hu, M., Cai, Q., Yang, W., Zuo, M. (2023) – Cited by: 10 📘🗺️
  • “Petrological and geochemical characteristics of the Ordovician–Silurian black shale in eastern Sichuan and western Hubei, South China: Differential sedimentary responses to tectonism and glaciation” – Cai, Q.-S., Hu, M.-Y., Kane, O.I., Hu, Z.-G., Deng, Q.-J. (2023) – Cited by: 7 🖋️🌍
  • “Fractal Dimension Analysis of Pores in Coal Reservoir and Their Impact on Petrophysical Properties: A Case Study in the Province of Guizhou, SW China” – Fu, W., Hu, W., Yi, T., Zhang, M., Huang, X. (2022) – Cited by: 4 🏞️📊
  • “Factors controlling reservoir quality of a retreating delta-front in shallow-water lacustrine in the Songliao Basin, Northeast China” – Deng, Q., Hu, M., Su, S., Cai, Q., Hu, Z. (2022) – Cited by: 6 🏝️🔬
  • “Sedimentary characteristics and implications for hydrocarbon exploration in a retrograding shallow-water delta: An example from the fourth member of the Cretaceous Quantou Formation in the Sanzhao depression, Songliao Basin, NE China” – Cai, Q.-S., Hu, M.-Y., Liu, Y.-N., Li, H., Ngia, N.-R. (2022) – Cited by: 5 🌍🛢️
  • “Source of silica and its implications for organic matter enrichment in the Upper Ordovician-Lower Silurian black shale in western Hubei Province, China: Insights from geochemical and petrological analysis” – Cai, Q.-S., Hu, M.-Y., Zhang, B.-M., Deng, Q.-J., Shen, J.-J. (2022) – Cited by: 16 🧪🖋️
  • “Cyclic variations in paleoenvironment and organic matter accumulation of the Upper Ordovician–Lower Silurian black shale in the Middle Yangtze Region, South China: Implications for tectonic setting, paleoclimate, and sea-level change” – Cai, Q., Hu, M., Kane, O.I., Deng, Q., Xing, N. (2022) – Cited by: 29 📖🌿
  • “Syn-rift sedimentary evolution and hydrocarbon reservoir models in a graben rift sag, Songliao Basin, Northeast China” – Deng, Q., Hu, M., Kane, O.I., Hu, Z., Yang, W. (2021) – Cited by: 7 🔍🛢️
  • “Investigation of coal elastic properties based on digital core technology and finite element method” – Andhumoudine, A.B., Nie, X., Zhou, Q., Jin, L., Djaroun, R.R. (2021) – Cited by: 48 💡⚙️