Abstract Characterization of fluid–rock interactions is essential for a broad range of
subsurface applications such as understanding fluid flow in porous medium and enhanced …

The positron-emitting radionuclide gallium-68 has become increasingly utilised in both
preclinical and clinical settings with positron emission tomography (PET). The synthesis of …

Inadequate landfill management poses risks to the environment and human health,
necessitating action. Poorly designed and operated landfills release harmful gases …

Chelating agents reduce the salinity of seawater (SW) and mimic low salinity water (LSW) by
binding metal ions in the solution and on the rock surface. This process decreases SW …

Surfactant injection into hydrocarbon reservoirs is a proven method for enhanced oil
recovery, leveraging its ability to reduce interfacial tension between oil and water and …

Acid fracturing is applied to increase the productivity of carbonate formations. The acid
creates rough fracture surfaces and channels that keep the fractures open after closure. This …

Landfill management is a major challenge for sustainable development in terms of climate
change and resource scarcity. Landfill leachate contains high concentrations of nitrogen (N) …

Acidizing is a well-stimulation operation that consists of injecting a reactive fluid into the rock
formation. When in carbonate rocks, the dissolutions create conductivity channels called …

The use of different types of chemicals in upstream oilfield operations is critical for optimizing
the different operations involved in hydrocarbon exploration and production. Surfactants are …

Gemini surfactants are novel surfactants that show unique properties, including low critical
micelle concentrations, good water solubility, and outstanding performance in interfacial …