Dr. Zhongwei Wu is a Lecturer in the College of Petroleum Engineering at Yangtze University. He specializes in geo-energy development with a focus on shale and tight oil reservoirs, CO₂ flooding and storage, and big data applications in energy systems. With over four years of professional experience, he has made significant contributions to hydraulic fracturing and proppant transport models, providing theoretical support for efficient oil and gas extraction. Dr. Wu has managed 18 research projects worth $810,000, authored 26 SCI-indexed journal papers, and holds 20 patents. His research outputs have been cited over 110 times in the last three years. His work is recognized for its practical applications and academic rigor, making him a promising figure in petroleum engineering.
Professional Profile
Education
Dr. Zhongwei Wu holds a Bachelor of Petroleum Engineering from Yangtze University (2009–2013) and a Master’s in Oil and Natural Gas Engineering from China University of Geosciences, Beijing (2013–2016). He completed his Ph.D. in Oil and Gas Field Development Engineering at China University of Petroleum (East China) in 2020, during which he was a visiting doctoral researcher at the University of Alberta (2018–2019). His academic journey reflects a commitment to mastering advanced concepts in petroleum engineering and geo-energy systems.
Professional Experience
Dr. Wu’s career spans academia and research, beginning as a Post-doctoral Fellow at China University of Petroleum (East China) from 2020 to 2022. In November 2022, he joined Yangtze University as a Lecturer in the College of Petroleum Engineering. Over his career, he has led groundbreaking studies on hydraulic fracturing and effective utilization methods in shale/tight oil reservoirs. His consultancy work includes 17 industry-sponsored projects, reflecting his ability to integrate research with real-world applications. Dr. Wu has also served as an editor, reviewer, and conference committee member, contributing to advancing the petroleum engineering field.
Research Interests
Dr. Wu’s research focuses on geo-energy development, particularly shale/tight oil reservoirs and carbon capture, utilization, and storage (CCUS). His interests include optimizing hydraulic fracturing techniques, CO₂ flooding for enhanced oil recovery, and leveraging big data technologies for energy systems. His innovative models on fracture-proppant dynamics and effective utilization range have practical implications for improving oil and gas production efficiency. His work bridges theoretical advancements and industrial applications, driving sustainable energy development.
Research Skills
Dr. Wu demonstrates expertise in advanced modeling and simulation techniques for hydraulic fracturing and CO₂ flooding. He is skilled in designing and conducting laboratory experiments to validate theoretical frameworks. His proficiency in data analysis and big data applications enhances his ability to optimize energy systems. Additionally, his experience managing multi-million-dollar research projects highlights his project management and collaborative skills, ensuring impactful outcomes in petroleum engineering research.
Awards and Honors
Dr. Wu has received recognition for his outstanding contributions to petroleum engineering. He holds one institutional award and has established a functional MoU with a collaborating university, emphasizing his commitment to collaborative research. With over 110 citations in three years and a growing H-index of 12, his work is gaining increasing recognition in academia and industry. His innovations, backed by 20 patents and numerous publications, reflect his leadership in advancing geo-energy development technologies.
Conclusion
Zhongwei Wu stands out as a promising researcher in the field of geo-energy development and CCUS. His expertise in shale/tight oil reservoirs, coupled with significant contributions through patents, publications, and industry projects, solidifies his position as a strong contender for the Best Researcher Award. By addressing areas of improvement, particularly in international collaborations and visibility at scientific forums, he can further strengthen his candidature and global impact.
Publication Top Notes
- Influence of reservoir heterogeneity on immiscible water-alternating-CO2 flooding: A case study”
- Authors: Jia, P.; Cui, C.; Wu, Z.; Yan, D.
- Year: 2024
- Journal: Energy Geoscience
- Volume/Issue: 5(3), Article 100272
- Citations: 1
- “A novel method to determine the optimal threshold of SEM images”
- Authors: Zhang, Z.; Cui, C.; Wu, Z.
- Year: 2024
- Journal: Marine and Petroleum Geology
- Volume: 163, Article 106804
- Citations: 1
- “Screening and field application of microbial-flooding activator systems”
- Authors: Yao, X.; Gai, L.; Feng, Y.; Ma, J.; Wu, Z.
- Year: 2024
- Journal: Energy Geoscience
- Volume/Issue: 5(2), Article 100240
- “Forecasting of oil production driven by reservoir spatial–temporal data based on normalized mutual information and Seq2Seq-LSTM”
- Authors: Cui, C.; Qian, Y.; Wu, Z.; Lu, S.; He, J.
- Year: 2024
- Journal: Energy Exploration and Exploitation
- Volume/Issue: 42(2), pp. 444–461
- Citations: 3
- “Simulation of the Microscopic Seepage Process of CO2 Storage in Saline Aquifers at the Pore Scale”
- Authors: Cui, C.; Li, J.; Wu, Z.
- Year: 2024
- Journal: Energy and Fuels
- Volume/Issue: 38(3), pp. 2084–2099
- Citations: 2
- “Pressure Analysis of Vertical-Wells with the Hydraulic Fracturing Assisted Water Injection in Low-Permeability Hydrogen and Carbon Reservoirs”
- Authors: Yu, Z.; Liu, S.; Tang, J.; Du, J.; Wu, Z.
- Year: 2024
- Journal: ACS Omega
- “The Imbibition Mechanism and the Calculation Method of Maximum Imbibition Length during the Hydraulic Fracturing”
- Authors: Wu, Z.; Li, X.; Cui, C.; Wang, Y.; Trivedi, J.J.
- Year: 2024
- Journal: International Journal of Energy Research
- Article: 8371615
- Citations: 1
- “Shale Pore-Scale Numerical Simulation of Oil-Water Two-Phase Flow”
- Authors: Qian, Y.; Cui, C.-Z.; Wu, Z.-W.; Sui, Y.-F.; Lu, S.-Q.-S.
- Year: 2024
- Book: Springer Series in Geomechanics and Geoengineering
- Pages: 905–914
- “Optimization of cushion gas types and injection production parameters for underground hydrogen storage in aquifers”
- Authors: Hao, Y.; Ren, K.; Cui, C.; Wu, Z.
- Year: 2023
- Journal: Energy Storage Science and Technology
- Volume/Issue: 12(9), pp. 2881–2887
- Citations: 1
- “An improved Eulerian scheme for calculating proppant transport in a field-scale fracture for slickwater treatment”
- Authors: Sun, L.; Cui, C.; Wu, Z.; Trivedi, J.J.; Guevara, J.
- Year: 2023
- Journal: Geoenergy Science and Engineering
- Volume: 227, Article 211866
- Citations: 3