Houston Chapter of SPWLA

?? Exciting Opportunity: Small-Scale, Near-Site CCS Seminar in Houston! ?? We are thrilled to announce an upcoming seminar on Small-Scale, Near-Site Carbon Capture and Storage (CCS): A Catalyst for Scaling Up Carbon Capture Projects. ?? Date: April 10, 2025 ?? Time: 11:30 AM - 1:00 PM (US CDT) ?? Venue: SLB, 6350 West Sam Houston Parkway North, Houston, TX 77041 Link for Registration : https://lnkd.in/g4vSTHyz ?? Speaker: Zach Liu, Director of Subsurface CCUS at Harvestone Low Carbon Partners Zach Liu will dive deep into the challenges and opportunities associated with launching CCS projects, using the Harvestone Blue Flint CCS project as a real-world case study. He’ll explore how small-scale, near-site CCS can provide a practical entry point for achieving emissions reduction goals, emphasizing innovation, investment, and the role of public engagement in overcoming technical and regulatory hurdles. ?? Key Takeaways: Economic barriers and infrastructure requirements for CCS How smaller projects can unlock scalability Public perception and the need for strategic investment Leveraging innovation to meet global decarbonization targets This event is FREE to attend and includes a boxed lunch, courtesy of SLB. Please register by April 9th to reserve your lunch and spot! For more information or questions, please contact QinShan “Shan” Yang, VP Westside, SPWLA Houston Chapter at [email protected]. ?? Don't miss out on this unique opportunity to learn from one of the industry’s leaders in CCS! ?? #CCS #CarbonCapture #Decarbonization #EnergyTransition #Innovation #SPWLA #HoustonEvents #EnvironmentalImpact #Sustainability

?? Upcoming Seminar Alert! ?? Application of the New Sonic-Based Saturation Model to Conventional and Unconventional Oil Reservoirs ?? Date: April 24, 2025 ? Time: 12:00 PM - 01:00 PM (US CDT) ?? Location: Downtown Houston (Webinar available) Join us for an insightful seminar with Sheyore John Omovie, a Petrophysical Consultant at Goshey Energy Services LLC, who will present a groundbreaking new approach to estimating water saturation in reservoirs using sonic logs. ABSTRACT: This seminar will discuss the application of a new empirically derived saturation model for estimating water saturation without the need for formation resistivity or brine salinity. This model leverages the observed change in bulk modulus or velocity ratio in gas and light oil reservoirs. Learn how it has been successfully applied to various reservoirs, including organic gas shale and gas sand reservoirs, offering significant advantages over conventional saturation models in challenging conditions such as low resistivity, low contrast, and shaly sand reservoirs. Why Attend? Discover how sonic logs can quantify hydrocarbon saturation in gas reservoirs. Understand the impact of this new model on fluid identification and water saturation estimation. Learn from Sheyore's two decades of experience in petrophysics and rock physics. ?? Register now: Registration Link :https://lnkd.in/g2U8CAqq ?? Fees: FREE ?? Contact: Artur Posenato Garcia (VP Downtown, SPWLA Houston Chapter) ?? Email: [email protected] This seminar is a must-attend for professionals working in reservoir characterization, petrophysics, and those interested in advanced techniques for evaluating unconventional and conventional oil reservoirs. #Petrophysics #OilAndGas #SonicLogs #ReservoirCharacterization #HydrocarbonSaturation #SPWLA #HoustonEvents

?? Exciting Seminar Announcement! ?? Navigating the Energy Transition: The Evolving Role of Petrophysicists and Opportunities for Growth ?? Speaker: Dr. Jesús Salazar, ConocoPhillips ?? Date: Thursday, March 27, 2025 ? Time: 11:30 AM - 01:00 PM (US CDT) ?? Venue: Baker Hughes, 2001 Rankin Rd, Houston, TX 77073 In this free seminar, Dr. Salazar will explore the pivotal role of petrophysicists in the energy transition and how professionals in the oil and gas industry can continue to thrive amid evolving challenges and opportunities. He will share his insights on how to refine both technical and soft skills to build a resilient, long-lasting career in this dynamic sector. Key Topics: The role of petrophysicists in the future of energy Insights from Dr. Salazar’s 25+ year career Strategies for advancing both technical and professional skills The continued importance of fossil fuels in a sustainable energy future Event Details: Registration: Open from Feb 14, 2025 - Mar 27, 2025 Link: https://lnkd.in/dn5zcbFD Admission: FREE (Lunch provided!) Parking: Free guest parking available Registration Deadline: Please register at least 1 day before the event to ensure lunch is reserved. To reserve your spot, please contact: Ali Eghbali (VP Northside, SPWLA Houston Chapter) ?? [email protected] Don't miss out on this incredible opportunity to hear from a seasoned professional and gain valuable career insights. #EnergyTransition #Petrophysicists #OilAndGas #SPWLA #HoustonEvents #CareerDevelopment #EnergyFuture ??

?? Rethinking Shaly-Sand Beliefs: Reconciling Paul Worthington’s Model with Waxman-Smits and Dual Water Speaker: W. David Kennedy (Dave) Date: Thursday, March 20th, 2025 Time: 11:30 AM - 01:00 PM (US CDT) Location: SLB, 6350 West Sam Houston Parkway North, Houston, TX 77041 ?? FREE SEMINAR ALERT ?? Join us for an insightful seminar as W. David Kennedy explores critical updates and challenges to the traditional understanding of shaly-sand models, including Paul Worthington’s 1985 model and the Waxman-Smits approach. David will discuss: New Insights: Rethinking how mineral replacement impacts bulk rock conductivity. The Waxman-Smits & Dual Water Models: Reconcile these with updated data and theories. The Role of Pore Geometry: Why simple mineral replacement models fall short and what changes need to be made. This event is FREE, with a boxed lunch provided, but registration is required by March 19th, 2025 to reserve your spot and lunch. Don't miss out on this opportunity to engage with one of the leaders in petrophysics and formation evaluation. ?? Registration Info:https://lnkd.in/gz8wCwsj Date: March 20, 2025 Time: 11:30 AM – 1:00 PM (US CDT) Location: SLB, Houston, TX Cost: FREE Parking: Free guest parking available Lunch: Provided (please register early) For any inquiries or further information, please contact QinShan “Shan” Yang at [email protected]. David Kennedy has had a remarkable career in petrophysics, contributing extensively to the field with over 60 published papers and six patents. His work on shaly-sand models has paved the way for new understandings in formation evaluation. ?? We look forward to seeing you there! #Petrophysics #ShalySand #FormationEvaluation #SPWLA #ReservoirEngineering #Geophysics #HoustonEvents #FreeSeminar #SLB

?? Today Event Recap: Modeling and Correcting the Impact of the Rate of Penetration on LWD NMR Measurements ?? We recently had the privilege of attending a fantastic seminar hosted by Zeyad Ramadan, Principal Petrophysicist at SLB, focused on overcoming challenges in Logging While Drilling (LWD) Nuclear Magnetic Resonance (NMR) measurements. Key Highlights: Zeyad gave an insightful presentation on the impact of the Rate of Penetration (ROP) during NMR measurements, explaining how high drilling speeds lead to issues like over-polarization and motion-induced decay, especially in formations with slow longitudinal and transverse relaxation times (T1 & T2). He also discussed how these effects can be modeled and corrected to improve measurement accuracy and reliability. It was a great learning experience, and we truly appreciated the opportunity to gain a deeper understanding of this complex topic! ?? Speaker Biography: Zeyad J. Ramadan is a Principal Petrophysicist at SLB’s Houston Formation Evaluation Center, with extensive experience in borehole geology, petrophysics, and product development. His international background and deep expertise brought valuable insights to the table. Thank You to Our Attendees: Thank you to everyone who attended, and a special thanks to SLB for hosting the event. We're excited to see how these insights will continue to enhance the field of petrophysics and formation evaluation! #LWD #NMR #Petrophysics #Seminar #SLB #FormationEvaluation #HoustonEvents #SPWLA

?? Exciting Seminar on Dielectric Permittivity of Rocks ?? Join us for a seminar on "Influence of Salt Concentration and Type on Dielectric Permittivity of Rocks" with Zulkuf Azizoglu, Ph.D. candidate at The University of Texas at Austin. This talk will explore the impact of ionic properties and salt types on dielectric permittivity measurements, a critical aspect of petrophysical analysis. ?? Date: February 6, 2025 ? Time: 12:00 PM - 1:00 PM (US CDT) ?? Location: Chevron Building, Downtown Houston, 1400 Louisiana St. (or virtually) Key Highlights: Experimental and simulation-based exploration of salt concentration effects Insights into dielectric permittivity in core- and pore-scale Berea sandstone samples Implications for accurate water saturation assessment and formation evaluation ?? This seminar will be available in-person and virtually. Don't miss out on this opportunity to deepen your knowledge of dielectric permittivity measurements in geological formations. ?? Webinar Link: Register here:https://lnkd.in/gB2pbxTX ?? For inquiries, contact Artur Posenato Garcia at [email protected]. #Geoscience #Petrophysics #Seminar #DielectricPermittivity #RockAnalysis #SPWLA #Houston Editor Muhammad Noman Khan Houston Chapter of SPWLA

?? What is Rdeep (Deep Resistivity)? ?? Join us for an insightful seminar with Dr. Michael Rabinovich, Principal Subject Matter Expert in Resistivity Logging & Geosteering at BP, where he will discuss the evolution of the Rdeep concept and its implications in modern petrophysical workflows. ?? Seminar Details ?? Date: Thursday, February 27th, 2025 ? Time: 11:30 AM – 1:00 PM (US CDT) ?? Location: Baker Hughes, 2001 Rankin Rd, Houston, TX 77073 Link for Registration : https://lnkd.in/gCwRFZHa ?? Admission: FREE (Lunch provided – register by Feb 26th to reserve your lunch) Rdeep (Deep Resistivity) is a concept once used for focused wireline measurements but still widely applied in petrophysical workflows. In this seminar, Dr. Rabinovich will explore the challenges of selecting Rdeep, especially when environmental effects impact measurements, and the best practices for using resistivity modeling to address these issues. ?? Speaker: Dr. Michael Rabinovich Principal Subject Matter Expert in Resistivity Logging & Geosteering at BP Over 30 years of experience in the field with over 100 publications and 44 patents! ?? Contact: Ali Eghbali [email protected] ? Don't miss out on this opportunity to deepen your understanding of resistivity measurements and the complexities of petrophysical workflows. Register now! #SPWLA #Resistivity #Petrophysics #Geophysics #BakerHughes #HoustonEvents #TechnicalSeminar

?? What is Rdeep (Deep Resistivity)? ?? Join us for an insightful seminar with Dr. Michael Rabinovich, Principal Subject Matter Expert in Resistivity Logging & Geosteering at BP, where he will discuss the evolution of the Rdeep concept and its implications in modern petrophysical workflows. ?? Seminar Details ?? Date: Thursday, February 27th, 2025 ? Time: 11:30 AM – 1:00 PM (US CDT) ?? Location: Baker Hughes, 2001 Rankin Rd, Houston, TX 77073 Link for Registration : https://lnkd.in/gCwRFZHa ?? Admission: FREE (Lunch provided – register by Feb 26th to reserve your lunch) Rdeep (Deep Resistivity) is a concept once used for focused wireline measurements but still widely applied in petrophysical workflows. In this seminar, Dr. Rabinovich will explore the challenges of selecting Rdeep, especially when environmental effects impact measurements, and the best practices for using resistivity modeling to address these issues. ?? Speaker: Dr. Michael Rabinovich Principal Subject Matter Expert in Resistivity Logging & Geosteering at BP Over 30 years of experience in the field with over 100 publications and 44 patents! ?? Contact: Ali Eghbali [email protected] ? Don't miss out on this opportunity to deepen your understanding of resistivity measurements and the complexities of petrophysical workflows. Register now! #SPWLA #Resistivity #Petrophysics #Geophysics #BakerHughes #HoustonEvents #TechnicalSeminar

?? Upcoming Seminar: Modeling and Correcting the Impact of the Rate of Penetration on LWD NMR Measurements ?? Topic: Addressing Over-Polarization and Motion-Induced Decay Effects Speaker: Zeyad Ramadan (SLB) ?? Date: Thursday, February 13, 2025 ? Time: 11:30 AM - 1:00 PM (US CDT) ?? Location: SLB, 6350 West Sam Houston Parkway North, Houston, TX 77041 ?? Admission: Free (Lunch provided) ?? Registration: https://lnkd.in/geUaUjNd Please RSVP by Feb 12, 2025, at 11:00 AM to reserve your lunch. Abstract: The rate of penetration (ROP) during Logging While Drilling (LWD) Nuclear Magnetic Resonance (NMR) measurements can significantly affect measurement accuracy. High drilling speeds lead to challenges such as over-polarization and motion-induced decay, especially in formations with slow longitudinal and transverse relaxation times (T1 & T2). While these effects are well-understood, their impact can be modeled and corrected. Join Zeyad Ramadan for an in-depth discussion on the physics behind ROP effects and how they can be compensated for to improve LWD NMR measurement reliability. Speaker Biography: Zeyad J. Ramadan is a Principal Petrophysicist at the SLB Houston Formation Evaluation Center, with a wealth of experience in borehole geology, well placement, petrophysics, and product development. He has worked across multiple countries, including Libya, Qatar, Egypt, France, Kuwait, and the USA. Zeyad holds an MSc in Earth Science from Benghazi University and currently focuses on petrophysical answer product development. Additional Information: Parking: Free guest parking available. Check in at the front desk upon arrival. Contact: QinShan “Shan” Yang (VP Westside, SPWLA Houston Chapter) at [email protected] We look forward to seeing you there! #LWD #NMR #Petrophysics #Seminar #SLB #FormationEvaluation #HoustonEvents Editor Muhammad Noman Khan Houston Chapter of SPWLA

Today, we had an excellent technical seminar with Mr. Yuan C. Cong. It was an informative talk on the procedures and importance of data QC for log jobs, followed by an engaging and passionate Q&A session. We would like to extend our gratitude to SLB for sponsoring the event and making it possible. Additionally, a very?Happy Birthday?to Barbara! ?? This is what the SPWLA Houston Chapter is all about—connecting and supporting the local petrophysics community. It also serves as a fantastic platform for reconnecting with colleagues, friends, and clients.