Dr AJENDRA SINGH | Carbon Capture and Sequestration | Best Researcher Award

PROJECT SCIENTIST, IIT BOMBAY, India

Ajendra Singh is a dedicated researcher and professional in Petroleum Engineering, currently serving as a Project Scientist at IIT Bombay. With a Ph.D. in Petroleum Engineering from Pandit Deendayal Energy University (PDEU), Gandhinagar, and an M.Tech from Rajiv Gandhi Institute of Petroleum Technology (RGIPT), Raebareli, he has over a decade of experience in reservoir characterization, geomechanics, and carbon capture and storage (CCS). His expertise spans experimental core flooding, geochemical interactions, and numerical simulations using advanced software like CMG and Petrel. Ajendra has contributed significantly to academia and industry, mentoring students and leading research projects. His work focuses on enhancing reservoir quality assessment and hydrocarbon exploration, particularly in Indian basins like Kachchh and Cauvery.

Professional Profile

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Education 🎓

• Ph.D. in Petroleum Engineering, Pandit Deendayal Energy University, Gandhinagar (2023) – 9/10 CGPA
• M.Tech in Petroleum Engineering, Rajiv Gandhi Institute of Petroleum Technology, Raebareli (2013) – 8.04/10 CGPA
• B.Sc. in Mechanical Engineering, Dayalbagh Educational Institute, Agra (2011) – 60.2%

Ajendra’s academic journey reflects a strong foundation in engineering, with specialized expertise in petroleum systems, reservoir modeling, and geomechanics.

Professional Experience 💼

• Project Scientist, IIT Bombay (Oct 2023 – Present): Focused on CO2 core flooding experiments, geochemical interactions, and geomechanical studies for CCS applications.
• Domain Expert, PDEU, Gandhinagar (Jan 2023 – Oct 2023): Conducted petroleum system modeling and seismic interpretation for Kutch and Saurashtra Basins.
• Consultant Research Scientist, EMC India Pvt. Ltd (Sept 2022 – Jan 2023): Designed core flooding experiments for drilling mud analysis.
• Teaching Assistant, PDEU (July 2017 – Sept 2022): Trained students in reservoir modeling, core analysis, and simulation software.
• Project Associate, RGIPT (July 2013 – Nov 2015): Conducted reservoir simulation and well test analysis training.

Awards and Honors 🏆

• Published multiple high-impact research papers in reputed journals like Journal of Petroleum Science and Engineering and Geoenergy Science and Engineering.
• Presented research at international conferences, including the 84th EAGE Annual Conference & Exhibition.
• Recognized for innovative work on bioturbation effects on reservoir quality in the Kachchh Basin.
• Active member of the Society of Petroleum Engineers (SPE) since 2011.

Research Focus 🔍

Ajendra’s research focuses on:

• Reservoir characterization and geomechanical studies for hydrocarbon exploration.
• Carbon capture and storage (CCS) through CO2 injection in saline aquifers.
• Bioturbation effects on reservoir quality and pore-throat characterization.
• Integrated reservoir modeling and simulation for field-scale applications.
• Geochemical interactions in carbonate and sandstone reservoirs.

Publication Top Notes 📚

1. Unlocking the hidden potential: Petrophysical analysis of adjoining basement reservoirs in the Cauvery Basin’s Madanam Palaeo-High.
2. Exploring the Geoheritage and Geosites of Jaramara Area, Kachchh, India: a Window into the Mesozoic Rift Basin.
3. Assessing the impact of bioturbation on reservoir quality: Integrated spontaneous imbibition, pressure decay profile permeability, and pore-throat characterization study of the Cretaceous Bhuj Formation, Kachchh Basin, India.
4. Pore throat characterization of bioturbated heterogeneous sandstone, Bhuj Formation, Kachchh India: An integrated analysis using NMR and HPMI studies.
5. Evaluating cementation factor for bioturbated sandstones, Bhuj Formation, Kachchh Basin, India: A novel approach using triple-porosity model.
6. An Integrated Reservoir Modelling and Simulation Workflow: A Case Study of Volve Field.
7. Hydrocarbon source rock characterization and Basin modeling, A case study from Poseidon field, Browse Basin, Australia.
8. Sequence stratigraphy of a Post Rift sedimentary succession: An Example from Kachchh Basin, India.
9. Estimation of Porosity and Pore size distribution from Scanning Electron Microscope image data of Shale samples: A case study on Jhuran formation of Kachchh Basin, India.

Conclusion 🌟

Ajendra Singh is a highly accomplished petroleum engineer and researcher with a strong academic background and extensive professional experience. His contributions to reservoir characterization, geomechanics, and carbon capture technologies have advanced the field of petroleum engineering. Through his innovative research, mentorship, and publications, he continues to make significant strides in addressing complex challenges in hydrocarbon exploration and sustainable energy solutions.