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TABLE OF CONTENTS
Innovate Calgary ............................................................................................................................................................3
Our Strategic Energy Focus ............................................................................................................................................4
Energy Researchers list by Expertise..............................................................................................................................5
Oil and gas: ................................................................................................................................................................5
Renewable .................................................................................................................................................................7
Research Profiles Based on Alphabetical order..............................................................................................................9

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INNOVATE CALGARY
Accelerating, Facilitating, and Supporting Innovation
Mission
Innovate Calgary is the technology transfer and business incubation centre for the University of Calgary.
Our mission is to accelerate, facilitate, and support innovation in the technology sector.
Innovate Calgary is dedicated to the growth of southern Alberta’s technology transfer sector. We
provide a wide variety of technology transfer, company creation, entrepreneur and investor
development programs and services for our clients. These include: entrepreneurs, businesses, investors
and university researchers.
Business Units
INTELLECTUAL PROPERTY MANAGEMENT
 Analyze innovative technologies for commercial potential
 Develop intellectual property protection strategy
 Actively market innovative technologies to potential licensees
 License technologies to new markets
 Manage intellectual property, license agreements and sponsored research agreements
COMPANY CREATION
 Opportunity to create a successful, sustainable, “investor ready” technology company
 Establish an experienced executive management team
 In-house support with business and product planning
 Access to funding and capital for technology and corporate development
INVESTMENT & MARKET DEVELOPMENT
 Business coaching and mentoring
 Seminars and workshops
 Consultation on business plan development and execution
 Access to angel investor network
ALASTAIR ROSS TECHNOLOGY CENTRE
 120,000 sq ft technology business incubator and office space
 The Inc.: new affordable co-working space for startup businesses
 Access to business resources – meeting and conference rooms, secure wireless internet, atrium
and cafeteria, ample parking
 Virtual office space – enroll as Corporate ID client

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OUR STRATEGIC ENERGY FOCUS
Kinetica Ventures
Accelerating world-class, game-changing energy technology that will transform the industry:
 Partnering with industry to commercialize technology that meets their proven needs
 Bridging the gap between industry and technology development start-ups
 Translating industry challenges into de-risked technologies
 Leveraging the best that Alberta has to offer to accelerate commercialization of some of the
world’s most promising energy tech start-ups
Focus Areas
Focus on Alberta energy sector’s core competencies including oil sands/heavy oil, tight oil/shale gas,
pipelines and environmental efficiencies.
 Hydrocarbon Recovery: efficiencies, resource management, waste disposal, product quality
(conventional, oil sands, nat gas, etc)
 Carbon: capture, re-use, disposal
 Energy Transport: monitoring, efficiency, safety alternative materials
Renewable: reduced cost, grid interconnection & storage

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ENERGY RESEARCHERS LIST BY EXPERTISE
OIL AND GAS:
EXPLORATION:
IMAGING, MODELING AND SIMULATION:
• Ian Gates*1
• Mario Costa Sousa
• Xin Wang*
• Zhangxing (John) Chen *
RESERVOIR CHARACTERIZATION:
• Christopher Clarkson*
• Don Lawton
• Jeffrey Priest
• Stephen M. Hubbard
NEW RESERVOIR:
 Casey Hubert*
PRODUCTION:
FRACING:
 David Eaton*
 Shengnan (Nancy) Chen *
DRILLING:
 Maen Husein*
 Martin Mintchev*
 Simon Park*
 Sudarshan (Raj) Mehta
ENHANCED OIL RECOVERY:
 Brij Maini
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* Researcher profile is available

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 Gerrit Voordouw*
 Gordon Moore
 Jalal Abedi
 Richard Wan
 Shengnan (Nancy) Chen*
SAGD:
 Ian Gates*
 Jalal Abedi
 Nashaat N. Nassar
 Shengnan (Nancy) Chen*
TRANSPORTATION (PIPELINE):
CORROSION:
 Elise Fear
 Frank Cheng
 Gerrit Voordouw*
 Simon Park*
SOLID DEPOSITION:
 Anil Mehrotra
REFINING, UPGRADING AND CATALYST:
 Gordon Moore
 Hua Song*
 Josephine Hill
 Maen Husein
 Pedro Pereira-Almao*
STOCKHOLDER RELATIONSHIP, MARKET AND SOCIAL
LICENSING:
 Chui-ling Tam*
 Craig Gerlach*
 Harrie Vredenburg
 Saulesh Yessenova
 Anatoliy Swishchuk*

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ENVIRONMENTAL RESEARCH:
CCS:
 Ann-Lise Norman
 David Eaton*
 Don Lawton
 Marc Strous
 Steve Larter*
WATER TREATMENT:
 Gopal Achari
 Gordon Chua
 Marc Strous
 Nashaat N. Nassar
 Raymond Tuner
 Ted Robert*
EMISSION:
 Bernard Mayer*
 George Shimizu*
 Nader Mahinpey *
 Peter Dunfield
SOIL CONTAMINATION:
 Anil Mehrotra
 Gopal Achari
RENEWABLE
FUEL CELLS:
 Deyi Xue
 Josephine Hill
 Kunal Karan
 Thomas Ziegler*
 Venkataraman (VT) Thangadurai*
 Viola Birss*

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WIND AND SOLAR:
 David Wood
 Hamid Zareipour
 Thomas Baumgartner*
 Todd Sutherland
SMART GRID:
 Andy Knight
BIO FUELS:
 Hector De la Hoz Siegler
 Nader Mahinpey*

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RESEARCH PROFILES BASED ON
ALPHABETICAL ORDER

BAUMGARTNER GROUP FOR ADVANCED ORGANIC
MATERIALS
Department of Chemistry and Centre for Advanced Solar Materials,
University of Calgary
PROFILE
Semiconductor materials used in consumer electronics, power
generation, computers, displays and lighting are typically based on
inorganic materials that require a high level of purity and expensive
fabrication processes. When properly designed, organic molecules
can exhibit similar semiconductor properties at fractions of the cost
to produce. In addition to the raw material cost benefits, these
organic semiconductors have additional benefits such as: solution
processability and flexibility. Both of these features are amenable
to high-throughput, mass fabrication technologies (e.g., roll-to-roll
and ink-jet printing) to create cheap, flexible electronics for niche
applications where solid semiconductors are not suitable.
The Baumgartner group is focused on developing smart
functional materials
for a variety of
electronics
applications such as
Organic Light
Emitting Diodes
(OLEDs), Organic
Photovoltaic (solar)
Cells (OPV), and
Organic Batteries.
These smart
molecules have the
potential to displace
traditional solid
state materials in a
number of
applications.
Acute control of the properties of the materials (e.g., colour,
luminescence, stability, etc.) is achieved through judicious synthetic
design. The Baumgartner group has more than ten years of
experience in developing novel materials that take advantage of the
unique properties imparted by cyclic
organophosphorus building blocks embedded in
extended hydrocarbon-based frameworks.
KEY AREAS OF RESEARCH
Organophosphorus materials for Organic
Batteries
Given the reliance on on-demand energy to
power our mobile electronics, there is a constant
effort to increase the storable amount of energy
while concurrently decreasing the size of
batteries. The Baumgartner group has developed
several unique molecular classes which display
the ability to store electrical energy. Preliminary
proof of concept studies with these redox-stable
molecules have demonstrated that the air/water
stable and the high charge/discharge cyclability.
Organophosphorus materials for Organic
Lighting
The smart molecules developed in the
Baumgartner group are readily modified to tune
emitted light colour. These molecules can be
blended together to create white light in a highly
efficient manner for organic lighting applications
(Figure 1).
Organophosphorus materials for Solar Cells
The same smart molecules that can be used for
Organic Lighting applications can also be used in
applications for ‘next-generation’ organic solar
cells. These molecules possess two critical
features of utmost importance for solar energy
conversion applications: broad and intense light
absorption, and the ability to transfer charges.
By tuning the optoelectronic properties, acute
control over the power conversion efficiencies is
achieved.
WEBSITE
http://www.chem.ucalgary.ca/research/groups/t
tbaumga/
Figure 1. Four organophosphorus
materials with finely tuned emission
colours.

BAUMGARTNER GROUP FOR ADVANCED ORGANIC
MATERIALS
Department of Chemistry and Centre for Advanced Solar Materials,
University of Calgary
OPPORTUNITIES FOR PARTNERSHIPS
The Baumgartner group is actively looking for partnerships for the
development of all research areas. Working towards advanced
material applications for energy storage and lighting, industrial
partners have the opportunity to focus the research to tailor the
end results for their specific application(s). In addition to tailored
IP, a new conduit for highly trained personnel will be created.
Ideally, industrial partners will offer insight into their challenges and
provide valuable feedback to help guide research goals.
OPPORTUNITIES FOR CONSULTING
As experts in the synthesis and design of materials for organic
electronic applications, the Baumgartner group is able to offer
guidance in materials design for emerging organic energy
technologies.
SPECIALIZED INSTRUMENTATION AVAILABLE
1. Gel permeation chromatography
2. Inert atmosphere thin film fabrication glove box
3. Thermal evaporator for depositing thin metal layers
4. Advanced Thermogravimetric Analysis/Differential Scanning
Calorimetry
NOTABLE GRANTS/PARTNERSHIPS
- Alberta Ingenuity New Faculty Award ($300K)
- Bessel Research Award (Humboldt Foundation; €45K)
CONTACT
Kiyoshi Robson, Ph.D.
Technology Analyst
Innovate Calgary
Phone: (403) 270-2441
Email: krobson@innovatecalgary.com
SELECT PUBLICATIONS
 "Organic n-Type Materials for Charge Transport
and Charge Storage Applications" M. Stolar, T.
Baumgartner, Phys. Chem. Chem. Phys. 2013, 15,
9007-9024
 “3,7-Diazadibenzophosphole Oxide: A
Phosphorus-Bridged Viologen Analogue with
Significantly Lowered Reduction Threshold” S.
Durben, T. Baumgartner, Angew. Chem. Int. Ed.
34, 7948-7952
 “Insights on the Design and Electron-Acceptor
Properties of Conjugated Organophosphorus
Materials” T. Baumgartner, Acc. Chem. Res.
2014, 47, 1613-1622
 “Phosphorus-Containing Materials for Organic
Electronics” M. Stolar, T. Baumgartner, Chem.
Asian J. 2014, 9, 1212-1225
 “Molecular Engineering of “Click”-Phospholes
Towards Self-Assembled Luminescent Soft
Materials” X.-M. He, J.-B. Lin, W. H. Kan, P.
Dong, S. Trudel, T. Baumgartner, Adv. Funct.
Mater. 2014, 24, 897-906
 “Halochromic Generation of White Light Emission
Using a Single Dithienophosphole Luminophore"
H. V. Huynh, X.-M. He, T. Baumgartner, Chem.
Commun. 2013, 49, 4899-4901
 “Simple and Efficient Generation of White Light-
Emission From Organophosphorus Building
Blocks” C. Romero-Nieto, S. Durben, I. M.
Kormos, T. Baumgartner Adv. Funct. Mater.
2009, 19, 3625-3631
 “Toward Low-Band Gap Dithienophosphole
Copolymers for Application in Organic Solar Cells"
S. Durben, D. Nickel, R. A. Krüger, T. C.
Sutherland, T. Baumgartner, J. Polym. Sci. Part
A: Polym. Chem. 2008, 46, 8179-8190

BIRSS GROUP FOR ADVANCED ELECTROCHEMICAL
MATERIALS AND METHODS
Department of Chemistry, University of Calgary
PROFILE
The Birss group is working on a wide variety of research
topics related to energy storage and conversion, protection
of metals from corrosion and wear, and electrochemical
biosensors. Using state of the art materials and surface
chemistry, they are able to form advanced materials such as:
 thin films (sub-monolayer to microns)
 nanoporous membranes
 nanoparticles and nanoparticle arrays
 nanotubes
The nanomaterials can be deposited on surfaces or into
porous structures using electrochemical, colloidal, sol-gel
methods, and vapor deposition techniques to produce
materials with tailored properties.
These advanced materials have applications in a variety of
industries, including oil and gas, clean tech, and medical
industries, amongst others. Depending on the nature of the
materials, the desired properties can be dramatically altered
to produce more durable, efficient, and cheaper products.
Protection of Metals from Corrosion and Wear
The Birss group is working on:
 Prevention of aqueous corrosion of metals
 Corrosion inhibitors
 Oxide film formation
 Coatings for enhanced wear resistance
 Polymer coatings on metals
 Understanding and overcoming high
temperature corrosion processes
 Understanding and preventing carbon
corrosion.
Energy Conversion and Storage
Research is focused on the development of novel
materials to improve the performance and
stability of fuel cells and electrolysis cells. With
applications to proton-exchange membrane fuel
cells, solid oxide fuel cells, and capacitors, these
materials show enhanced: stability to sour feeds;
catalytic activity, and; corrosion resistance.
Nanomaterials
Carbon represents a cheap, electrically conductive
alternative to metal electrode materials. Recent
work has led to the development of highly
ordered nanoporous carbon powers and free-
standing films. The Birss group is also actively
researching:
 Nano-dimpled metal surfaces
 Ordered nanoparticles arrays
 Core/shell nanoparticles
 Metal oxide/nitride nanotubes
Biosensor Development
Research is aimed at developing biocompatible,
highly sensitive, stable sensors for monitoring of
biomarkers, including glucose and sepsis-causing
bacteria.
WEBSITE
http://www.ucalgary.ca/birss/node/19t/index.htm
Figure 1. An example of the advanced materials produced in the
Birss labs. Shown here are highly-ordered, flexible, free-standing
nanoporous carbon films (pore size is variable from 10-100 nm).

BIRSS GROUP FOR ADVANCED ELECTROCHEMICAL
MATERIALS AND METHODS
OPPORTUNITIES FOR PARTNERSHIPS AND CONSULTING
The Birss group will actively collaborate with companies
interested in research and development for advanced materials.
In addition to access cutting-edge research outcomes, partners
will have access to novel materials and know-how. Potential
industry partners are sought who can provide industry-relevant
feedback and contribute to the training of highly qualified
personnel.
SPECIALIZED CAPABILITIES
As experts in electrochemistry, the Birss group has specialized
capabilities and equipment in the areas of:
Electrochemistry and Related Techniques including:
 Electrocatalysis and electrochemistry of thin films
 Electrode surface modification
 Electrochemical impedance spectroscopy
 In situ mass measurements using the quartz crystal
microbalance (QCMB) technique,
 In situ ellipsometry,
 In operando mass and electrochemical measurements in a
thermogravimetric analysis instrument
Surface Chemistry and Surface Analysis including:
 Adsorption and monolayer formation
 Spectroscopies (SEM, 3D-TEM, Auger, XPS)
 Atomic probe microscopies
 Ellipsometry
NOTABLE RECENT/CURRENT PARTNERSHIPS
BIOGRAPHY
Dr. Viola Birss is an internationally celebrated
researcher, the Director of the Calgary Advanced
Energy Conversion and Storage (CAESR) group
and a Tier I Canada Research Chair in Fuel Cells
and Related Energy Applications. Her excellence
has been recognized through many awards,
including: as a Fellow of the Royal Society of
Canada, the Electrochemical Society and the
Canadian Society for Chemistry. She has
published over 200 papers and a number of
patent applications.
CONTACT
Technology Analyst
Innovate Calgary
Phone: (403) 270-2441
ipm@innovatecalgary.com
 Ballard Power Systems
 Honeywell Aerospace
 Nova Chemicals
 Versa Power Systems
 Enbridge
 Shell Canada
 Alberta Innovates -
Technology Futures
 Carbon Management
Canada
 Department of Defense
 International Universities
SELECT PUBLICATIONS
 L. Deleebeck, M. Shiskin, P. Addo, H. Molero, S.
Paulson, T. Ziegler, V. Birss, 2014, “Activation of
H2 oxidation at Sulfur-decorated Ni under low
temperature SOFC conditions”, Phys. Chem.
Chem. Phys, 16, 9383-9393
 D. Banham, F. Feng, K. Pei, S. Ye, V. Birss, 2013,
“Effect of Pt-loaded carbon support
nanostructure on oxygen reduction catalysis”, J.
Mater. Chem. A (1) 2812-2820.
 B. Campbell, H. Elzanowska, V. Birss, 2013
“Towards a reliable, high sensity O2-independent
glucose sensor based on Ir oxide nanoparticles”,
Biosens. & Bioelectroana.. 42(1), 563-569.
 E. Alsrayheen, E. McLeod, R. Rateick, H. Molero
and V. Birss, 2011, “Impact of ac/dc Spark
Anodizing on the Corrosion Resistance of Al-Cu
Alloys.” Electrochim. Acta, 56(17), 6041-6048.

CHEN GROUP FOR ENHANCED OIL RECOVERY
Department of Chemical and Petroleum Engineering, University of Calgary
PROFILE
The Chen research group has a proven track record and expertise
in developing strategies that enhance oil recovery in
unconventional reservoirs. Led by Dr. Shengnan (Nancy) Chen, the
group has published over 30 peer-reviewed journal and conference
papers on oil recovery applications such as:
 Production forecast for simulated horizontal wells with
multi-stage hydraulic fractures in tight oil and shale gas
formations (Figure 1).
 Non-thermal water mobility control in steam assisted
gravity drainage (SAGD) process and maximizing oil
recovery in such processes.
Within these research areas, the group has developed novel
numerical simulation and mathematical optimization techniques,
demonstrated to increase oil recovery and lifespan of oil wells.
These modelling techniques include:
 Modeling the primary, secondary, and tertiary recovery
processes;
 Simulating complex recovery process in unconventional
heavy oil bitumen and tight shale formations; and,
 Optimizing reservoir development strategies to
maximize oil recovery or net present value.
Work done by the
Chen group is widely
and internationally
recognized by industry
and academia. They
continue to create
significant innovations
and research
contributions for
enhancing oil recovery.
Reservoir simulation and optimization
Oil recovery from hydraulic fractured tight shale
reservoirs can be affected by issues such as well
spacing, fracture geometry, and conductivity.
The Chen group is evaluating oil production
from unconventional reservoirs with complex
fracture networks. Their work will help forecast
the impacts of the complex fracture network
during field operational process.
Water mobility control for SAGD process
The Chen group has developed new
technologies to lower the ratio of water
mobility in non-thermal zones during the SAGD
process. This research provides the industry with
more practical solutions for reducing water loss
and high steam oil ratio (SOR) which can
adversely affect SAGD production processes.
Optimizing CO2-EOR process in reservoirs
The Chen group has developed a CO2 injection
technique that can potentially extend the
average reservoir life for up to 20 years, and can
recover an additional 23% of the original oil in
heterogonous reservoirs.
WEBSITE
http://schulich.ucalgary.ca/profiles/shengnan-
nancy-chen
Figure 1. Multi-stage hydraulic fracturing in
horizontal wells, a core research area for the
Chen group.
Figure 2. An injection scheme in a CO2 flooding reservoir

CHEN GROUP FOR ENHANCED OIL RECOVERY
The Chen group has cutting-edge laboratory equipment;
comprehensive set of simulation software, and highly qualified
personnel. The group can collaborate with upstream oil and gas
companies, operators, and service companies interested in:
 Analyzing well-logging data for field operations;
 Analyzing core and fluid samples for field operations.
The group can also conduct experiments and provide companies
with tailored solutions on specific reservoir problems such as:
 Water mobility in the non-thermal zone in SAGD process;
 Impact of complex fractures on well production;
 Reservoir optimization in the hydraulic fractured reservoirs;
 EOR in hydraulic fractured reservoirs to further increase oil
recovery.
SPECIALIZED TECHNIQUES / INSTRUMENTATION
 Core flooding system.
 CMG IMEX, GEM, STARS, CMOST, WINPROP.
 PETREL, ECLIPSE.
 ACCUMAP.
 Well Completions & Fracture Database (WCFD).
NOTABLE PARTNERSHIPS/AWARDS/GRANTS
 NSERC Discovery Grant
 University of Calgary Post Doctoral Fund
 Seven Generations Energy Ltd Seed grant
CONTACT
Technology Analyst
Innovate Calgary
Phone: (403) 270-2441
Email: ipm@innovatecalgary.com
BIOGRAPHY
Dr. Shengnan (Nancy) Chen is an Assistant
Professor in the Department of Chemical and
Petroleum Engineering, University of Calgary. She
had previously worked as Reservoir Engineering
Consultant with Enhanced Hydrocarbon Recovery
Inc. Dr. Chen currently leads a research group of
one Postdoctoral fellow, five PhD students, and
four MSc students.
SELECT PUBLICATIONS
 Shu, G., Dong, M., Chen, S., & Luo, P. (2014).
Improvement of CO2 EOR performance in
water-wet Reservoirs by adding active
carbonated water. Journal of Petroleum Science
and Engineering.
 Chen, S., Li, H., Yang, D., & Tontiwachwuthikul, P.
(2012). An Efficient Methodology for
Performance Optimization and Uncertainty
Analysis in a CO2 EOR Process. Petroleum
Science and Technology, 30(12), 1195-1209.
 Chen, S., Li, H., Yang, D., & Tontiwachwuthikul, P.
(2010). Optimal parametric design for water-
alternating-gas (WAG) process in a CO2-
miscible flooding reservoir. Journal of Canadian
Petroleum Technology, 49(10), 75-
82.Technology, Vol. 49, No. 10, pp. 75-82, 2010.

CHEN GROUP FOR RESERVOIR SIMULATION,
MODELING AND VISUALIZATION
PROFILE
Dr. Chen’s group is focused on optimizing industry capacity to
extract energy resources. Specifically, the group focuses on
modeling and simulation of advanced energy recovery processes,
such as:
 Carbon Capture and Storage (CCS)
 Cyclic Steam Stimulation (CSS)
 Steam-Assisted Gravity Drainage (SAGD)
 Expanding Solvent Steam-Assisted Gravity Drainage (ES-
SAGD);
 Vapor Extraction Process (VAPEX) for Heavy Oil and
Bitumen Reservoirs;
 Hydraulic Fracturing; and,
 Underground Coal Gasification (UCG).
The group uses available data to forecast the production
behavior of oil and gas fields. Using interactive visualization
techniques they can also optimize reservoir development schemes
and evaluate the distribution of remaining oil deposits.
With thirty years of research experience, the Chen group is well
poised to develop more state-of-the-art tools for faster and more
accurate reservoir modeling and simulation in the recovery of
conventional and non-conventional oil and gas.
Development of Reservoir Models
Dr. Chen’s group has developed realistic models
that accurately represent reservoirs from the
pore scale to the kilometer-scale. The models
are designed to reflect the real physics and
chemistry of reservoirs, taking into account:
 Thermal effects
 Composition
 Geomechanics
 Wellbore
Accurate and Fast Solution Schemes
Dr. Chen’s group has developed a novel self-
adaptive solution scheme that solves multi-
component, multi-phase, multi-dimensional
compositional thermal flow models. Their faster
parallel reservoir simulators contribute to
enhanced heavy oil and bitumen recovery.
Visualization and Post-Processing
Dr. Chen’s group has developed visualization
software to display flow streamline maps,
reservoir layers, and oil distribution in real-time.
This enables reservoir engineers to construct
more accurate geological and flow models, and
perform more realistic simulations.
Well bore and Grid modeling methods
The group has also developed a unique control
volume function approximation method which
can be applied to local grid refinement,
optimization and history matching. This method
has been successfully used to model horizontal
wells, faults, fractures, flux continuity, and to
reduce grid orientation effects.
WEBSITE
http://www.ucalgary.ca/reservoir_simulation/
Figure 1. A water and chemical flooding reservoir visualization model
designed by the group.

CHEN GROUP FOR RESERVOIR SIMULATION,
MODELING AND VISUALIZATION
Dr. Chen Group’s research group consists of over 70 students
and 15 postdoctoral researchers with expertise in reservoir
modeling and simulation. The group can collaborate with industry
and academic partners on specific projects that address the
challenges facing the petroleum industry. Potential partners can
have access to cutting edge research facilities and infrastructure.
 Oil and gas development
 Petroleum production
SPECIALIZED TECHNIQUES/INSTRUMENTATION
 Advanced Enhanced Oil Recovery Labs
 Advanced Reservoir Simulators and Visualization
NOTABLE PARTNERS/SUPPORTERS/GRANTS
 Alberta Innovates
 Brion Energy
 Foundation CMG
 ConocoPhillips
 Devon
 Husky Energy Ltd.
 IBM Alberta Centre for Advanced Studies
 Imperial Oil
 Laricina Energy Ltd.
 Nexen
 NSERC
 Shell
 Statoil
 Suncor
CONTACT
Nima Najand
Technology Analyst
Innovate Calgary, Phone: (403) 775-1855
BIOGRAPHY
Dr. Zhangxing (John) Chen is the University of
Calgary NSERC/AIEES/Foundation CMG Chair in
Reservoir Simulation. He also holds the AITF
(iCORE) Industrial Chair in Reservoir Modeling. As
a director of the iCentre Simulation &
Visualization, he has published over 300 peer-
reviewed articles and 11 books. Dr. Chen holds
professorships at several universities worldwide,
and has chaired 31 international conferences.
SELECT PUBLICATIONS
 Chen, Z., et al., “Influence of nanoparticles on
the dynamics of miscible Hele-Shaw flows”,
Journal of Applied Physics, 109 (2011), 104907-
104915.
 Chen, Z., et al., “Experimental and numerical
study of initial water mobility in bitumen
reservoirs and its effect on SAGD”, Journal of
Petroleum Science and Engineering, 92-93
(2012), 30-39.
 Chen, Z., et al., “Modeling the interface
resistance in low soluble gaseous solvents-
heavy oil systems”, Fuel, 105 (2013), 672-687.
 Chen, Z., et al., “Measurement of Gas Storage
Processes in Shale and Molecular Diffusion
Coefficient in Kerogen”, International Journal of
Coal Geology, 123 (2014), 10-19.

CLARKSON GROUP UNCONVENTIONAL GAS AND
LIGHT OIL RESEARCH
Department of Geosciences, University of Calgary
PROFILE
The Clarkson Research Group is focused on advanced reservoir
characterization of unconventional gas (UG) and light oil (ULO)
reservoirs from the laboratory scale through to the field scale.
Particular emphasis has been on low permeability oil and gas
condensate reservoirs. The group has developed novel tools to
improve:
 Core analysis of shale reservoirs and tight rock
 Production analysis of multi-fractured horizontal wells
completed in shale
 Completions optimization
 Forecasting rates and recoveries.
Currently, the major focus of the research group has been on:
 Advancement of Rate-transient (Production data)
 Analysis methods for UG and ULO reservoirs
 Advanced reservoir characterization using core data from
UG/ULO reservoirs
 Simulation of primary and enhanced recovery in UG/ULO
reservoirs
The Clarkson group is well-positioned to be key players in the
race to increase hydrocarbon production rates from tight reservoirs
in Western Canada.
KEY RESEARCH INNOVATIONS
Advanced Rate Transient Analysis
The Clarkson research group has successfully
adapted rate-transient analysis techniques to
account for the complex reservoir properties of
unconventional gas and light oil reservoirs. The
new RTA techniques have greatly assisted
engineers in extracting meaningful reservoir
and stimulation information from well
production and flow pressure data.
Advanced Core Analysis
The Clarkson group has developed novel
methods for characterizing the complex pore
structure and measuring rock permeability and
mechanical properties in tight reservoirs. They
have integrated multiple methods for pore size
distribution estimation, with non-steady-state
permeability measurements for a complete
characterization of tight rock in the laboratory.
This integration of methods will prove useful for
flow-unit and mechanical stratigraphy
characterization tight reservoirs.
Figure 2. Reservoir properties estimate from a tight oil reservoir
core slab using combined CT scan and profile permeability.
WEBSITE
http://www.ucalgary.ca/clarkson/
Figure 1. UG and ULO field development optimization workflow. Historical and continuing
(H&C) areas of Clarkson Research Group are indicated as well as future (F) areas.

CLARKSON GROUP UNCONVENTIONAL GAS AND
LIGHT OIL RESEARCH
The Clarkson group will actively collaborate with companies
interested in research and development for unconventional light oil
reservoirs in Western Canada. In addition to access cutting-edge
research outcomes, partners will have access to novel Rate-
transient methods for higher accuracy estimations of reservoir and
fracture properties. Potential industry partners are sought who
provide relevant data and feedback, and contribute to the training
of highly qualified personnel.
OPPORTUNITIES FOR CONSULTATION
Dr. Clarkson is the president of UROC Consulting Inc. – a consulting
firm that offers training and consulting services in rate-transient
analysis and core analysis.
 Pressure-decay profile permeability, pulse-decay
permeability, crushed-rock permeability, low-pressure
adsorption (pore-size distribution and surface area), helium
pycnometry (grain density for porosity estimation),
microhardness measurements.
 Matrix and unpropped fracture permeability estimation for
cores, porosity and pore size distribution measurements,
microscale geomechanical property estimation, cuttings
permeability and porosity.
NOTABLE SUPPORTERS
Shell Canada, Talisman, ConocoPhillips, CNRL, ARC Resources,
PennWest, Lightstream Resources, Black Swan Energy, Encana, BHP
Billiton, SM Energy, Total, BP, TAQA North, Seven Generations
Energy, Geological Survey of Canada, Alberta Innovates Technology
Futures, Alberta Innovates Energy and Environment Solutions
CONTACT
Technology Analyst
Innovate Calgary
Phone: (403) 270-2441
BIOGRAPHY
Dr. Christopher R. Clarkson is a professor and the
Encana-AITF Chair in Unconventional Gas and
Light Oil research in the Department of
Geoscience. He is also an adjunct professor with
the Department of Chemical and Petroleum
Engineering at the University. Dr. Clarkson leads
an industry-focused consortium, Tight Oil
Consortium. He is the author of numerous
articles in peer-reviewed scientific and
engineering journals. Dr. Clarkson received the
Rossiter W. Raymond Memorial Award from
AIME, and the Alfred Noble Prize from ASCE for
his paper “Application of a New Multicomponent
Adsorption Model to Coal Gas Adsorption
Systems” published in the September 2003 SPE
Journal. Clarkson was also a SPE Distinguished
Lecturer for the 2009/2010 lecture season.
SELECT PUBLICATIONS
 Clarkson, C.R., et al., 2013. Pore Structure
Characterization of North American Shale Gas
Reservoirs Using SANS/USANS, Gas Adsorption,
and Mercury Intrusion. Fuel 103 (1): 606-616.
 Clarkson, C.R., et al. 2012. Production Analysis
of Tight-Gas and Shale-Gas Reservoirs Using the
Dynamic-Slippage Concept. SPE Journal 17 (1):
230-242.
 Clarkson, C.R., et al. 2012. Innovative Methods
for Flow-Unit and Pore-Structure Analysis in a
Tight Siltstone and Shale Gas Reservoir. AAPG
Bulletin 96 (2): 355-374.

DIMITROV GROUP FOR INFORMATION SECURITY AND
CRYPTOGRAPHY
Department of Electrical Engineering, University of Calgary
PROFILE
The Dimitrov group is focused on developing Very-large-scale
integration (VLSI) algorithms and architectures for digital signal
processing, information security, and image compression
applications. VLSI design is the process of creating an integrated
circuit by combining thousands of transistors into a single chip.
The group works closely with industry and academic research
groups to develop industry relevant telecommunication systems,
prototypes and expertise including innovative design concepts for:
 seismic and medical imaging applications
 gene ranking
 reservoir simulation
 computer tomography
 social networks
 optical computing
 motion sensing
 incident alert systems
Their current research activities explore large-scale optimization
problems, cryptography algorithms, and parallel algorithms for
image compression. One of their technologies, PillCam systems, has
been used for low-power and low-area applications.
Digital signatures in cryptographic systems
Cryptographic systems use key exchanges and
signatures to secure communication pathways.
The Dimitrov group has developed formulas and
digital signatures for efficient cryptographic
systems. The digital signatures will help
validate the security and interoperability of real
world cryptographic systems.
Sensor Security
A sensor network consists of small elements that
are used in a variety of applications including the
battlefield, surveillance and medical monitoring.
Sensor networks present many challenges that
make security implementation difficult.
The group is investigating the application of
cryptographic techniques to sensor monitoring.
Successful application of these techniques will
improve the security features in intrusion
detection systems.
Quantum Cryptography
Quantum cryptography (QC) enables two parties
to share a secret key that encrypts
communication between sender and receiver.
However, current systems have low secret key
rates, low integration into networks, and do not
provide secure long distance communication.
Dimitrov group has developed new point-to-
point QC links which can secure
telecommunication networks with distances up
to 100 km.
WEBSITE
http://enel.ucalgary.ca/profiles/vassil-dimitrov
A A 32-bit multiplier architecture, proposed by Dr. Dimitrov

DIMITROV GROUP FOR INFORMATION SECURITY AND
CRYPTOGRAPHY
Department of Electrical Engineering, University of Calgary
VLSI Technologies designed by the Dimitrov group are very
flexible and suitable for different types of hardware accelerators.
The Dimitrov group can work with industry partners to develop
hardware implementation of cryptographic algorithms, image
compression algorithms and digital watermarking algorithms, which
can be applied in the following domains:
 page and gene ranking
 Information security systems
 seismic and medical imaging
 reservoir simulation
 computer tomography
 faster numerical solution of PDE
 social networking
 optical computing
 low-power applications
 Fast Linear Algebra for Multi-Core Systems
 Cryptographic Techniques
 Image Compression Techniques
 DSP Algorithms
NOTABLE PARTNERS/SUPPORTERS AND GRANT(S)
 NSERC
 Varian Corporation
 Computer Modelling Group
CONTACT
Nima Najand
Technology Analyst
Innovate Calgary
Phone: (403) 775-1855
BIOGRAPHY
Dr. Vassil Dimitrov is a Professor in the
Department of Electrical and Computer
Engineering, University of Calgary. He was
formerly an associate professor at the University
of Windsor. He has published 100 articles in peer-
reviewed journals and 3 book chapters.
SELECT PUBLICATIONS
 Dimitrov, Vassil, and Kimmo Jarvinen. "Another
look at inversions over binary fields." Computer
Arithmetic (ARITH), 2013 21st IEEE Symposium
on. IEEE, 2013. “Proton Conduction with Metal
Organic Frameworks” Shimizu, G.K.H.; Taylor,
J.M.; Kim, S. Science, 2013, 341, 354-355.
 Adikari, Jithra, Vassil S. Dimitrov, and Kimmo U.
Jarvinen. "A Fast Hardware Architecture for
Integer to tauNAF Conversion for Koblitz
Curves." Computers, IEEE Transactions on 61.5
(2012): 732-737.
 Edirisuriya, Amila, et al. "VLSI architecture for 8-
point AI-based Arai DCT having low area-time
complexity and power at improved accuracy."
Journal of Low Power Electronics and
Applications 2.2 (2012): 127-142.

EATON GROUP FOR MICROSEISMIC MONITORING
PROFILE
Dr. Eaton leads an applied research team dedicated to the
advancement of research and technological innovations in
microseismic methods and their practical applications for resource
development. Specifically, Dr. Eaton’s group primarily specializes in
the monitoring and analysis of microseismic events that occur
during the hydraulic fracturing, including induced seismicity.
The work done by the Eaton group is built on years of technical
expertise and can been applied in a variety of reservoir
development processes, including:
 Determining fracture geometry and azimuth
 Identifying of out-of-zone events
 Evaluating fracture complexity and intensity
 Optimizing injection strategies and staging
 Estimating stimulated reservoir volume (SRV)
 Observing caprock integrity
 Optimizing ground control and mine design
 Increasing safety of reservoir
 Optimizing production
Analyzing microseismic events during
hydraulic fracturing
Researchers in Dr. Eaton’s group are using
borehole and surface geophone systems for
microseismic monitoring. They are developing
innovative approaches to process and interpret
microseismic data, including integration with
geomechanical modelling. These studies are
providing operators with improved methods to
optimize hydraulic fracture design and
incorporate microseismic observations into
reservoir models.
Understanding and mitigating induced
seismicity hazards
The group is also making use of passive seismic
observations and computer simulations to
better understand risks from induced seismicity
due to hydraulic fracturing and wastewater
injection. This work includes field observations
with broadband seismograph observatories,
coupled with development of improved
numerical models for triggered fault slip.
Microseismic source analysis and links to
geomechanical modelling
Research by Dr. Eaton’s group and
collaborators is providing fundamental new
insights into the nature of microseismic
deformation - especially the expression of
tensile crack opening, as well as the response of
natural fracture systems to changes in stress
and fluid conditions.
WEBSITE
http://www.microseismic-research.ca/
Fig. 1: Dr. Eaton demonstrating a technical solution to a member of his
research team

EATON GROUP FOR MICROSEISMIC MONITORING
 Strategic partnerships within the microseismic service
industry and the unconventional oil and gas sector.
 Access to microseismic data, opportunities for deployment of
university field equipment and collaboration with industry
specialists.
 Partnerships will provide access to new ideas and highly
qualified personnel within Dr. Eaton’s group.
 Development of cost-effective technology for surface
monitoring of ground motion.
OPPORTUNITIES FOR TEACHING
 Dr. Eaton teaches a 2-5 day course called “Introduction to
Microseismic Methods” that draws on his unique academic
expertise along with extensive practical experience.
SPECIALIZED TECHNIQUES/ INSTRUMENTATION
 Downhole microseismic system
 Portable broadband seismograph systems
 Access to a large pool of geophysical instruments
NOTABLE PARTNERSHIPS/AWARDS/ GRANTS
 Microseismic Industry Consortium (~ 30 industry sponsors).
 NSERC CRD project “Towards Improved Microseismic
Monitoring Technology”, $1.5 M.
 CFI project “Laboratory for Passive Seismic Imaging of Earth
Processes”, $0.8M.
CONTACT
Nima Najand
Technology Analyst, Innovate Calgary
Phone: (403) 775-1855
nnajand@innovatecalgary.com
BIOGRAPHY
Dr. David Eaton is Professor of Geophysics at the
University of Calgary. He served as Head of the
Geoscience Department from 2007-2012. He is a
former president of the Canadian Geophysical
Union and is the Canada national representative
to the International Association of Seismology
and Physics of the Earth’s Interior. He is also a
founding member of POLARIS (Portable
Observatories for Lithospheric Analysis and
Research Investigating Seismicity).
SELECT PUBLICATIONS
 Eaton D. W., Van der Baan M., Birkelo B. and
Tary J-B. (2014) Scaling relations and spectral
characteristics of tensile microseisms: Evidence
for opening/closing cracks during hydraulic
fracturing. Geophysical Journal International,
196(3), 1844-1857.
 Eaton, D.W., Davidsen, J., Pedersen, P. and
Boroumand*, N., (2014). Breakdown of the
Gutenberg-Richter relation for
microearthquakes induced by hydraulic
fracturing: influence of stratabound fractures.
Geophys. Prosp. 62: 806-818.
 Eaton, D., Rafiq, A., Pedersen, P. and van der
Baan, M., 2014. Microseismic expression of
natural fracture activation in a tight sand
reservoir. DFNE 2014 – 265.

GATES GROUP FOR OIL SANDS INNOVATION
PROFILE
The Gates Research Group is involved in design and modelling
research to stimulate innovative technologies for oil sands.
The group has initiated several research projects in key areas aimed
at advancing responsible development of oil sands and improved
environmental performance. These include:
 thermal (CSS, SAGD, SF) and thermal-solvent (ES-SAGD,
SA-CSS, VAPEX, N-Solv) methods for heavy oil recovery
 inflow control devices for improved steam conformance in
steam-based recovery processes (CSS and SAGD)
 automated control of thermal recovery processes
 reactive thermal reservoir simulation: aquathermolysis
(H2S and CO2) in CSS and SAGD, in situ gasification, in situ
combustion of heavy oil and oil sands
 well-wormhole for modelling Cold Heavy Oil Production
with Sand (CHOPS) operations
 pilot and commercial field data analysis
Based on their research, the Gates Research Group has developed
operational strategies, well placement strategies, and completion
designs that improve steam conformance, lower greenhouse gas
emissions and water use than that of conventional SAGD.
Thermal Recovery Processes in Ultra-refined
Geological Models
A key uncertainty of heavy oil and oil sands recovery
processes arise from the underlying geology of the
formation. Researchers in the Gates Research
Group have developed ultra-refined reservoir
models to understand the impact of heterogeneity
on thermal and thermal-solvent recovery processes.
These models reveal optimal wel placement within
the reservoirs to improve process performance.
Accurate Imaging of Oil and gas reservoirs
Heterogeneity in reservoirs leads difficulty in
identifying rock and fluid properties, which affects
traditional imaging. This, in turn, leads to long
processing times and highly subjective results.
Researchers in the Gates group have developed a
new, highly efficient imaging system for oil and gas
reservoirs – PULSAR (Pulse Sequencing, Acquisition
and Ranging). The patented PULSAR technology can
operate in a continuous, real-time environment
while recovery equipment is still active, and
provides much higher resolution imaging compared
to traditional reservoir imaging methods.
Exploring socio-technical factors to stimulate oil
sands innovation
Impediments to oil sands industry projects often
have technical and social aspects. As such, it is
important to find solutions that are acceptable to
all stakeholders. The Gates Group are using a
holistic approach to investigate the socio-technical
dimensions of oil sands innovation. The innovative
research would lead to a wider deployment of
sustainable techniques in oil sands operations, and
can potentially increase the volume of production
and reduce the aggregate environmental footprint
of the oil sands industry.
WEBSITE
http://schulich.ucalgary.ca/chemical/IanGates
Figure 1. Visualization of the SAGD process, a key research area for the
Gates group.

GATES GROUP FOR OIL SANDS INNOVATION
The Gates Research Group is an applied research group seeking to find
value from the research that is conducted in the group. Thus, we
enjoy and encourage partnerships with industry to develop and
establish value-added, new technology.
Dr. Gates has consulted for many companies both domestic and
internationally (e.g., Canada, U.S., China, Venezuela, U.K., S. Korea,
Mexico) various aspects including: heavy oil and oil sands recovery
technologies; short courses on heavy oil and oil sands technology;
horizontal wells; thermal and thermal-solvent technology; thermal
reservoir simulation; heavy oil carbonate systems; and reservoir
engineering.
SPECIALIZED TECHNIQUES / INSTRUMENTATION
 Reactive thermal reservoir simulation
 Core steam-flooding with deformation analysis unit
 Multiphase flow in fracture flow apparatus
 Low pressure oil sands physical model apparatus
 Texture analyzer, viscometers (Brookfield and Anton Parr),
ultrasonic horns
 Killam Innovation in Teaching Award
 Achievement in Innovation Award
 Bill and Melinda Gates Foundation Grant
 Schulich School of Engineering Teaching Excellence
 ASTECH Outstanding Commercial Achievement in Alberta
Science and Technology
CONTACT
Technology Analyst
Innovate Calgary
Phone: (403) 270-2441
SELECT PATENTS & PUBLICATIONS
 Gates, I.D. and Bunio, G. In Situ Process to
Recover Heavy Oil and Bitumen. Canadian Patent
2,553,297 Issued 2013.
 Bunio, G.L., Gates, I.D., Sudlow, P., Anderson, R.E.,
Propp, M.E., Zero Emission Steam Generation
Process. Canadian Patent 2,751,186 Issued 2013.
 Larter, S.R., Jiang, C., Oldenburg, T., Adams, J.J.,
Noke, K., Bennett, B., and Gates, I.D. Method and
Apparatus for Obtaining Heavy Oil Samples from a
Reservoir Sample. U.S. Patent 8,495,921 Issued
2013.
 Larter, S.R., Bennett, B., Snowdon, L.R., Jiang, C.,
Adams, J.J., Gates, I.D., Noke, K.J. Method for
determining a value of a property of oil extracted
from a sample. Canadian Patent 2,666,148 Issued
2013.
BIOGRAPHY
Dr. Ian D. Gates is Professor and Head of the
Department of Chemical and Petroleum
Engineering in the Schulich School of Engineering
at the University of Calgary. He worked for seven
years in industry prior to joining the University of
Calgary. He is a consultant for many small and
large energy companies both in Canada and
internationally. Dr. Gates has published over 67
peer-reviewed articles and has 29 patents (13
awarded, 16 pending). He is a registered
professional engineer in Alberta.

GERLACH GROUP FOR FOOD SYSTEMS INNOVATION
Department of Anthropology & Archeology, University of Calgary
PROFILE
The Gerlach group is focused on developing location-based
solutions that can be used to strengthen the synergies between
food systems, water systems, ecosystems and energy security.
The group has been w mechanisms to integrate sustainability
objectives into energy resource development. Part of their work
includes collaboration with small scale farmers, industry
professionals, and local communities to develop frameworks for
energy systems, environmental security, water security, and food
security to co-exist.
Complimentary research by the Gerlach group focuses on
measures taken by rural farmers to cope with climate changes
while increasing their crop yields. Altogether, these research
activities promote partnerships that foster effective placed-based
solutions from both western and indigenous perspectives.
Sustainability of energy systems
The Gerlach group is looking at how climate
changes are affecting both the existing
ecosystem structures and the normal operations
of rural communities. The group is developing
new and effective tools to visualize and
communicate these changes to energy
companies and affected communities.
Access to water systems in villages
The Gerlach group is developing innovative
location-based solutions to facilitate water
system delivery in villages. Part of these
solutions includes local infrastructural
development and training of Indigenous
personnel. The study will help improve sanitary
conditions, minimize impact on the
environment, and improve the overall quality
of life in rural communities.
Vulnerability assessment of hydro plants
Many operators of hydropower facilities
manage their water resources with little
information about the volumes of water stored
in the stream flows that feed the reservoirs.
The Gerlach group is working to identify
critical data and analyses needed for climate
vulnerability assessment on hydropower
facilities. The research will help the industry to
increase the capacity to make use of real-time
environmental monitoring and seasonal
forecasts.
WEBSITE
http://anth.ucalgary.ca/manageprofile/profiles/
1-4584890
Figure 1. Schematic showing the interconnectivity of the themes that
Gerlach group explores.

GERLACH GROUP FOR FOOD SYSTEMS INNOVATION
Department of Anthropology & Archeology, University of Calgary
 The Gerlach group are experts in analyzing the
interconnectivities of systems. They can leverage their expertise to
help oil and gas companies understand the best approach to
engage with aboriginal communities.
 Researchers in the group have vast experience in engaging
with aboriginal communities in Alaska and Northern Canadian
territories. They can provide valuable insight for both companies
and government agencies on proposed off shore oil and gas
development projects.
 The group can also provide advice to First Nations
communities interested in taking advantage of the economic
opportunities that accrue from energy-related resources.
 The group is also interested in working with work with
federal and state agencies for a wider dissemination of weather
events and changes in seasonality that affects food and ecosystems.
 National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA)
 U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA)
 National Science Foundation Grant for Sustainable Futures
 Alaska Center for Climate Assessment and Policy (ACCAP)
CONTACT
Technology Analyst
Innovate Calgary
Phone: (403) 270-2441
BIOGRAPHY
Dr. Craig Gerlach is a professor in the
department of Anthropology and Archeology,
University of Calgary. He is also an Adjunct
Professor in the department of Geography. He
has garnered substantial experience from
serving on coastal response advisory boards.
Notably, the National Academy of Science Panel
on Cumulative Effects of North Slope Oil and Gas
Development. In 2013, he was appointed to
Chair the University of Calgary Academic
Committee for Sustainability.
SELECT PUBLICATIONS
 Loring, P., Gerlach, S., & Huntington, H. (2013).
The new environmental security: linking food,
water and energy for integrative and diagnostic
social-ecological research. J Agric Food Syst
Community Dev, 3, 55-61.
 Loring, P. A., Harrison, H. L., & Gerlach, S. C.
(2014). Local perceptions of the sustainability of
Alaska’s highly contested cook inlet salmon
fisheries. Society & Natural Resources, 27(2),
185-199.
 Gerlach, S. C., & Loring, P. A. (2013). Rebuilding
northern foodsheds, sustainable food systems,
community well-being, and food security.
International journal of circumpolar health.

HUBERT GROUP FOR GEOMICROBIOLOGY
Department of Biological Sciences, University of Calgary
PROFILE
The Hubert Geomicrobiology Research Group focuses on
applications in subsurface microbiology and bioengineering. Using
extremophiles—bacteria that grow in the physically extreme
environments of deep subsurface reservoirs—Dr. Hubert’s team is
developing methods to increase the probability of detecting
petroleum deposits and enhancing recovery.
Natural leakage of
hydrocarbons from
subsurface reservoirs,
transport bacteria to
the surface where
they can be mapped
as markers in oil
exploration. The
research group is
developing novel ways
to quantify the
concentrations of
extremophiles in
marine environments.
This cutting-edge
approach promises to help increase confidence in oil reservoir
identification and reduce the risk associated with exploratory wells.
Dr. Hubert is also interested in developing techniques to recover
residual oil and hard to access oil reserves by tapping into
bioprocesses taking place in situ. This has the potential to extend
production lifetimes and volumes while reducing
detrimental effects such as the souring of
reservoirs in response to water injection–based
secondary oil recovery.
Figure 1: Extremophiles living in petroleum
reservoirs being transported to the surface
by migrating oil and gas, and then settling in
the seabed above the reservoir. Mapping the
concentrations of these bacteria could aid in
locating new reservoirs.
Offshore oil exploration
Problem: Offshore exploration wells are
expensive and high risk.
Solution: Quantify specialized bacteria in surface
environments to increase confidence prior to
exploratory drilling into the subsurface.
Subsurface biogeochemistry
Problem: Abandoned oil fields typically contain
residual resource that is difficult to recover.
Solution: Utilize subsurface microbes to
promote further mobilization of oil, or convert
residual liquids into more accessible products
like natural gas.
Oil reservoir souring
Problem: Bacterial sulfate reduction to
hydrogen sulfide (H2S) leads to souring and
corrosion of production infrastructure.
Solution: Divert bacterial metabolism away from
harmful accumulation of H2S through the
injection of nitrate.
WEBSITE
www.ncl.ac.uk/ceg/staff/profile/casey.hubert
Dr. Hubert will join the U of C in July 2014

HUBERT GROUP FOR GEOMICROBIOLOGY
Department of Biological Sciences, University of Calgary
Dr. Hubert is interested in meeting with prospective
partners that would benefit from collaborative R&D in the
areas of offshore oil exploration and recovery. In particular,
companies that are able to provide subsurface drill core or
marine sediment samples obtained during exploration and
production activities. Samples will be analyzed by members of
the Geomicrobiology Research Group at the U of C using
microbial genomics, anaerobic bacteriology and
environmental geochemistry. Combining geomicrobiology
with metadata provided by energy companies offers the best
opportunities for taking advantage of subsurface microbiology
for innovative and exciting bioengineering applications in the
geoenergy sector.
SPECIALIZED LABORATORY METHODS
1. Microbial Genomics
2. Anaerobic Bacteriology
3. Molecular Microbiology
4. Environmental Geochemistry
5. Analysis of Bacterial Endospores
6. Radiometric Sulfate Reduction
CONTACT
Nima Najand
Technology Analyst
Innovate Calgary
Phone: (403) 775-1855
SELECTED PUBLICATIONS
 Hubert C, et al. 2009 A Constant Flux of Diverse
Thermophilic Bacteria into the Cold Arctic Seabed.
Science 325: 1541-1544.
 Müller AL, de Rezende JR, Hubert CRJ, Kjeldsen KU,
Lagkouvardos I, Berry D, Jørgensen BB, Loy A. 2014
Endospores of thermophilic bacteria as tracers of
microbial dispersal by ocean currents. ISME Journal
8: 1153-1165.
 de Rezende JR, Kjeldsen KU, Hubert CRJ, Finster K,
Loy A, Jørgensen BB. 2013 Dispersal of
thermophilic Desulfotomaculum endospores into
Baltic Sea sediments over thousands of years. ISME
Journal 7: 72-84.
 Hubert C, Judd A. 2010 Using micro-organisms as
prospecting agents in oil and gas exploration. In:
Timmis, KN, ed. Handbook of Hydrocarbon and Lipid
Microbiology: Springer, pp. 2711-2725.
 Hubert C. Microbial ecology of oil reservoir souring
control by nitrate injection. 2010 In: Timmis, KN,
ed. Handbook of Hydrocarbon and Lipid
Microbiology: Springer, pp. 2753-2766.
 Gray ND, Sherry A, Hubert C, Dolfing J, Head IM.
2010 Methanogenic degradation of petroleum
hydrocarbons in subsurface environments:
remediation, heavy oil formation, and energy
recovery. Advances in Applied Microbiology 72:
137-161.
 Hubert C, Voordouw G, Mayer B. 2009 Elucidating
microbial processes in nitrate- and sulfate-reducing
systems using sulfur and oxygen isotope ratios: the
example of oil reservoir souring control.

HUSEIN GROUP FOR NANO TECHNOLOGY FOR
ENERGY AND ENVIRONMENT
PROFILE
The Husein group focuses on applying nanotechnology to
minimize the environmental footprint of current activities in the
oil and gas sector such as:
 Exploration
 Production
 Extraction
 Refining and Upgrading
Nanoscale materials exhibit unique properties that radically
change the conventional chemical behaviour of petroleum
processes. With a deep understanding of nanomaterials, the Husein
group seeks to exploit their properties to improve process
productivity and energy efficiency. Nanomaterials have applications
in heavy oil upgrading, water treatment and drilling fluids.
Drilling fluids are an integral component of down-hole
operations. They are used to cool the drill bit, remove cuttings,
lubricate the wellbore and provide hydrostatic pressure to balance
reservoir pressure. The loss of drilling fluids into cracks and pores is
a safety, environmental and cost risk. nFluids, a start-up company
based on Dr. Husein’s research, is developing novel drilling fluid
additives containing nanomaterials to enhance the drilling fluid
properties.
Novel Drilling Fluids Additives
Through numerous laboratory tests Dr. Husein
has demonstrated that his novel nanoparticle
additives are effective at reducing fluid loss,
increasing rock fracture pressure, and enhancing
lubricity. Further development is required but, if
successful, these attributes will offer reduced
costs to drilling operations as well as
improvements to the environmental footprint of
drilling oil and gas wells.
Dr. Husein has 3 filed patent applications on
these drilling fluid additives and is currently the
Chief Technology Officer of a start-up company
called nFluids (http://www.nfluids.com/)
Heavy Oil Upgrading
In-house prepared, ultradispersed nanoparticle
catalysts, are being applied to upgrade of crudes
and residues under various conditions including:
 Hydrocracking
 Thermal cracking
 Visbreaking
 Delayed coking
Oil Sands Process Water (OSPW) Treatment
The Husein group is employs many separation
and filtration techniques to remove toxic
compounds from OSPW. Some of their unique
techniques are listed below:
 Membrane filtration, micelle formation and
biochar adsorption – removal of organics
 Selective surfactants – Removal of heavy
metals
WEBSITE
http://schulich.ucalgary.ca/chemical/MaenHusein
Figure 1. Diagram showing the drill bit
without the application of nFluids’
novel drilling fluid
Figure 2. Diagram showing the drill bit
with the application of nFluids’ novel
drilling fluid

HUSEIN GROUP FOR NANO TECHNOLOGY FOR
ENERGY AND ENVIRONMENT
OPPORTUNITIES FOR PARTNERSHIPS AND CONSULTING
The Husein Group is seeking partnerships with oil and gas
exploration, production, refining and upgrading companies, who
would like to work on out-of-the-box solutions to industry-relevant
problems. They would like to build long-standing collaborative
relationships, where companies can share their problems and
provide feedback on research. Industry partners can maximize the
working relationship by supplying samples and open dialogue to
expedite research results.
Industrial partners will have access to a wealth of knowledge and
expertise in applied sciences and benefit from the researcher’s
innovative and effective nanotechnology approaches to solving oil
and gas problems. In addition, Dr. Husein’s laboratories have a
variety of analytical and synthesizing equipment available for use.
 Inductively couple plasma (ICP)
 Small and wide angle X-ray diffraction
 Parr reactor (500o
C, 5000 psig)
 Total organic carbon (TOC) analyzer
 UV-vis spectroscopy
 Stopped flow instrument
 Canada Foundation for Innovation Grants
 NSERC Discovery and I2I Grants
 Blackstone, Drilling specialities
CONTACT
Technology Analyst
Innovate Calgary
Phone: (403) 270-2441
BIOGRAPHY
Dr. Maen Husein, Ph.D.
Dr. Husein is currently a Professor in the
Department of Chemical and Petroleum
Engineering. His expertise in nanomaterials for
energy and environment applications is
highlighted through over 45 publications, 4 filed
patents and many technical talks and also a start-
up company nFluids.
SELECT PUBLICATIONS
 Z. Ouled Ameur, and M. Husein “Electrochemical
Behavior of Potassium Ferricyanide in Aqueous
and (w/o) Microemulsion Systems in the
Presence of Dispersed Nickel Nanoparticles”
Separation Science and Technology (2013), 48,
681-689
 T. Abu, J. Bela, and M. Husein “Oxidation of
asphaltenes adsorbed onto NiO nanoparticles”
Applied Catalysis A – General (2012), 445, 166-
171
 T. Abu, J. Bela, and M. Husein “Adsorption of
asphaltenes from heavy oil onto in situ prepared
NiO nanoparticles” Journal of Colloid and
Interface Science (2012), 378, 64-69

PETROLEUM RESERVOIR GROUP (PRG)
PROFILE
The Petroleum Reservoir Group (PRG) investigates ways to
develop geochemical compounds and advanced analytical methods
for minimizing CO2 emissions and water contamination issues
associated with natural resource extraction and use.
The group has published leading scientific research that provides
real solutions in a wide range of subjects, including:
 Organic carbon in the earth’s crust
 Petroleum geochemistry
 Directly dating and assessing oil charge histories
 Biogeochemistry of contaminated waters
 Corrosion
 Bioactive compounds
 Subsurface storage of CO2 and other wastes
 Deep submarine oil spills (C-IMAGE project)
 Novel analytical methods (FTICRMS and 2DGCMS)
 Renewable energy from petroleum reservoirs and
 Renewable energy from coal seams
 Mega-scale social and technological innovation studies
Further to their research work, PRG has created some spin out
companies that develop technologies for application in different
problem areas in the oil and gas industry, notably:
 Heavy oil characterization and
technology (Gushor Inc.)
 Bioconversion of heavy oil to
methane and hydrogen
(Profero Energy Inc.)
 Analysis of high resolution mass
spectral data (Aphorist Inc.)
INDICATIVE AREAS OF RESEARCH
Dating oil charge histories
PRG is working on several projects to solve the
challenge of how to date the time of
emplacement or leakage in oil and gas
reservoirs. Some of their research projects that
focus on oil charge history assessment include:
 The Rip Van Winkle method
 Developing chemical proxies for oil
residence
 Identifying caprock leakage history
 Mass fraction maturity (MFM) method
Novel analytical methods
PRG has pioneered cutting-edge analytical
methodologies for laboratory and field
investigations. The application areas include:
 Contaminated lands and waters
 Microbial influenced corrosion
 The search for bioactive compounds in
fossil fuels
 High pressure deep submarine spillage
 Peats
The fossil fuel energy transition
PRG is conducting research to accelerate the
transition to renewable energy. Their work is
focused on developing the technological and
socio-political resources for carbon neutral
fuel production. Their research in this area is
focused on:
 Adapting microbial processes for cleaner
energy production from fossil fuel
resources;
 Improving methods to monitor CO2
injected into carbon capture storage
sites.
WEBSITE
http://www.ucalgary.ca/prg/

PETROLEUM RESERVOIR GROUP (PRG)
PRG has a long history of working with industry and government
on applied and fundamental research topics. The group is currently
looking for partners who can collaborate with its spin out
companies, specifically in the area of environmental and analytical
technologies. PRG also welcomes partners who can support their
research to bring practical solutions to real problems in the oil and
gas industry.
Among other areas of expertise, PRG can offer consulting services
on contaminated water issues. They can provide data analysis
services based on their Fourier transform mass spectrometry
software through their company, Aphorist Inc.
SPECIALIZED INSTRUMENTATION
 The PRG lab is equipped with a gas chromatography-mass
spectrometry analytic tool.
 Fourier transform ion cyclotron resonance mass spectrometry
 12 Tesla, Bruker, FT ICR MS system
NOTABLE PARTNERS AND PROFILE
 Fellow of the Royal Society
 Fellow of the Royal Society of Canada
 Geochemical Society's Alfred Treibs Award
 William Smith Medal of the Geological Society
 Scientific Director Carbon Management Canada
CONTACT
Kiyoshi Robson, Ph.D. Susan Dooley
Technology Analyst Administrative Assistant
Innovate Calgary Petroleum Reservoir Group
Phone: (403) 270-2441 Phone: (403) 220-7484
Email: ipm@innovatecalgary.com Email: sdooley@ucalgary.ca
SELECT PUBLICATIONS
 Thomas B.P. Oldenburg, Melisa Brown, Barry
Bennett, Stephen R. Larter, The impact of
thermal maturity level on the composition of
crude oils, assessed using ultra-high resolution
mass spectrometry, Organic Geochemistry,
Volume 75, October 2014, Pages 151-168
 Jones, D.M., Head, I.M., Gray, N.D., Adams, J.J.,
Rowan, A.K., Aitken, C.M., Bennett, B., Huang,
H., Brown, A., Bowler, B.F.J., Oldenburg, T.,
Erdmann, M., Larter, S.R., (2008) Crude-oil
biodegradation via methanogenesis in
subsurface petroleum reservoirs. Nature,
451(7175), 176-180.
 Head, I.M., Jones, D.M., Larter, S.R., (2003)
Biological activity in the deep subsurface and
the origin of heavy oil. Nature, 426(6964), 344-
352
BIOGRAPHY
Dr. Steve Larter is a professor in the
department of Geoscience, University of
Calgary. He holds the Canada Research Chair in
Petroleum Geology. He is also the former CEO
of Gushor Inc. (now part of Schlumberger), and
the Scientific Director of Carbon Management
Canada Inc. He has published over 160 peer-
reviewed articles and has over a dozen patents.
Dr. Larter is a fellow of Royal Society of Canada,
and a foreign member of the Norwegian
Academy of Sciences and Arts.

LING GROUP FOR CARBOHYDRATE BIOORGANIC
CHEMISTRY
PROFILE
The Ling Group specializes in the development and application of
synthetic chemical molecules to solve biological problems. Their
primary focus is in the area of carbohydrate chemistry.
Carbohydrates, a family of complex structures formed from
combinations of simple sugar moieties, are the most common
biomolecules found in
nature. They can be found
on the cell surface of all
organisms, mediating key
cellular interactions in both
health and disease (Figure
1). Synthetic
carbohydrates can be
designed to decode key
biological mechanisms to
inhibit bacterial and viral
activity. In addition,
synthetic analogs of
naturally-occurring
carbohydrates can be
used as vaccines.
A particular group of carbohydrates that attract the research
interests of the Ling group is
called cyclodextrins, which
have tremendous utilities in
pharmacy. Cyclodextrins
possess cavities which can
encapsulate drug molecules
to enhance targeted drug
delivery. Figure 2 shows a
chemically modified
cyclodextrin which can be
used to improve
bioavailability of
clinically used medicines.
Carbohydrate-based Therapeutics and
Vaccines
 Clostridium difficile infections (CDI) are
responsible for an estimated 10% of all
hospital-acquired diarrhea. The Ling group
has identified a carbohydrate with the ability
to bind C. difficile toxins. Current work is
focused on optimizing these molecules for
use as therapeutic inhibitors.
 Multiple Sclerosis is a serious autoimmune
disease that attacks brain and spinal cord,
affecting more than 2.3 million global
populations. The Ling group is working with
collaborators towards the discovery of
carbohydrate-based inhibitors to treat the
disease.
 The Campylobacter jejuni commonly causes
bacterial gastroenteritis that could lead to
the development of autoimmune disorders.
The Ling group is currently developing
synthetic vaccines against a unique capsular
polysaccharides produced by the strain of
bacteria.
Cyclodextrin-based Technologies for Drug
Delivery
Developing efficient synthetic methodologies
is the key to generate novel functionalised
cyclodextrin hosts. The Ling group has
extensive expertise in this area and has
developed several patent pending
technologies that can be potentially used in
novel formulations of medicines to improve
their clinical efficacy.
WEBSITE
http://www.chem.ucalgary.ca/research/groups
/ccling/index.htm
Figure 1. Cell surface carbohydrates
mediate key interactions in biology.
Figure 2. A molecular model of a
synthesized cyclodextrin that can enhance
water-solubility of anticancer medicines for
more efficient treatment.

LING GROUP FOR CARBOHYDRATE BIOORGANIC
CHEMISTRY
Based on existing technologies and expertise in fields of
carbohydrate chemistry, glycobiology and cyclodextrin chemistry,
future collaborative or partnership opportunities exist in the
following areas:
 Development of new drug formulations based on patent
pending cyclodextrin derivatives;
 Optimization of carbohydrate-based lead compounds to treat
infectious diseases, autoimmune conditions and others;
 Development of glycoconjugation chemistries to generate
new vaccines;
 Establishment of in vitro and in vivo models to test
therapeutic efficacy of new drug formulations and delivery
technologies;
 Evaluation of carbohydrate toxicities.
As experts in carbohydrate chemistry and glycobiology, the Ling
Group is able to offer guidance in design of carbohydrate-based
therapeutics, vaccines, and cyclodextrin-based drug-delivery
vehicles.
SPECIALIZED INSTRUMENTATION
 Microwave reactor
 Flow cell cytometry
 Multimode plate readers
NOTABLE GRANTS/PARTNERSHIPS
 Alberta Glycomics Centre
 Alberta Innovates/Pﬁzer Translational Research Fund
 NSERC Discovery Grant
CONTACT
Technology Analyst
Innovate Calgary
Phone: (403) 270-2441
BIOGRAPHY
Dr. Ling is an Associate Professor at the
and a Principal Investigator with the Alberta
Glycomics Centre. Dr. Ling has published over
65 peer-reviewed articles surrounding
carbohydrate chemistry and 4 patent
applications.
SELECT PUBLICATIONS
 Amphiphilic Cyclodextrin-based Glycodendri-
mers.” Ling C-C, Cui L, Ghosh R, Zhang P, Wang
AX, US Provisional Patent Appl. No. 61/885,151,
2013.
 “Cyclodextrin-Based Polycationic And Poly-
anionic Dendrimers.” Ling C-C, Zhang P, Gu J, US
Provisional Patent Appl. No. 62/004,364, 2014.
 “Diisobutylaluminum Hydride-Mediated
Regioselective O-Desilylations as a Novel Route
to Access Multisubstituted Cyclodextrins.”
Ghosh R, Zhang P, Wang A, Ling C-C. Angew.
Chem. Int. Ed. 2012, 51, 1548 – 1552.
 “Efficient synthesis of LeA-LacNAc
pentasaccharide as a ligand for Clostridium
difficile toxin A.” Zhang P, Ng K, Ling C-C. Org.
Biomol. Chem. 2010, 8, 128 – 136.
 “Probing a sialyltransferase's recognition
domain to prepare (2,8)-linked oligosialosides
and analogs.” Zhang P, Zuccolo AJ, Li W, Zheng
RB, Ling C-C, Chem. Commun. 2009, 4233-4235.

MAHINPEY GROUP FOR ENERGY AND
ENVIRONMENT RESEARCH (EERG)
PROFILE
Dr. Mahinpey’s Energy and Environment Research group (EERG)
applies reaction engineering and design principles to find energy
and environment solutions. Their research is inspired by the idea of
promoting green and cost-effective processes for energy
production with a specific focus on:
 Greenhouse gas regulation technologies for oil-sand and
refinery operations
 Biofuel and biogas production from renewable sources
 Utilization of municipal solid and industrial waste
Chemical reaction engineering is based on using the
thermodynamics and kinetics of chemical reactions to design
reactors and reactor configurations, develop catalysts, and optimize
the yield and quality of products. The EERG uses these tools to solve
a diverse group of energy and environment problems present in
industry.
Greenhouse Gas Regulation Technologies
Dr. Mahinpey’s group researches novel CO2-
capture technologies for special applications such
as SAGD operations and steam methane
reforming (SMR). Their research involves the
development of highly efficient and inexpensive
solid sorbents and precipitation solvents for a
wide range of flue gases.
Bioenergy Production
The EERG is using pyrolysis and gasification to
produce oil, char, and gas from various biomass
feedstocks. They have applied innovative
techniques such as the use of subcritical water
treatment and catalysts to enhance bioenergy
recovery.
Process Modelling
The EERG creates accurate process models
(VMGSim, ASPEN HYSYS, CFD-FLUENT) for
integrated gasification and sorbent-based CO2
capture and the production of bioenergy. These
models assist industry partners in design,
development, optimization and economic
analysis of their processes.
Industrial and Municipal Waste Utilization
In partnership with ECCO Recycling and Energy
Corporation, the EERG is creating cost effective,
fire resistant and environmentally-friendly oil
spill adsorbents from industrial waste. Strategies
to convert municipal solid waste into other
valuable products are also being explored.
WEBSITE
http://www.ucalgary.ca/ENCH/AEG/home.html
Figure 1: The EERG develops and designs novel processes to produce syngas and
energy by integrated gasification and looping CO2 capture.

MAHINPEY GROUP FOR ENERGY AND
ENVIRONMENT RESEARCH (EERG)
The Mahinpey group is looking to build long-term strategic
relationships to enhance their industry-driven research. The group
is seeking to partner with companies and organizations
specializing in chemical process development to improve process
efficiencies and reduce their environmental footprint.
Dr. Mahinpey’s industry partners will have access to a wide range
of analytical instrumentation and personnel qualified in process
design, modeling and simulation, and economic analysis. Dr.
Mahinpey would like his research to benefit from challenging
problems, relevant data and industry feedback.
 (High Pressure) Thermogravimetric Analysis ((HP)-TGA)
 Surface Area and Porosimetry Analysis (BET, DR, DA)
 Elemental Analyzer (CHNS/O)
 Gas Chromatography & Gas Analysis (GC-MS/FID/TCD)
 Several horizontal and vertical fixed bed tubular reactors
 Subcritical Water System
 Fluidized bed reactor
 NSERC – Strategic Project Grant in CO2 Capture
 Carbon Management Canada (CMC)
 Petroleum Technology Research Centre (PTRC)
 Alberta Innovates Energy and Environment Solutions
 ECCO Recycling and Energy Corporation
 Whitefox Technologies Canada Limited
CONTACT
Nima Najand
Technology Analyst
Innovate Calgary
Phone: (403) 775-1855
BIOGRAPHY
Dr. Nader Mahinpey, Ph.D. P.Eng.
Dr. Mahinpey is currently an Associate Professor
in the Department of Chemical and Petroleum
Engineering. He is also on the editorial board of
the Canadian Journal of Chemical Engineering.
His research expertise focuses on using kinetics
and reaction engineering to solve energy and
environment problems.
SELECT PUBLICATIONS
 “A novel development of mixed catalyst–sorbent
pellets for steam gasification of coal chars with in
situ CO2 capture”, Mostafavi, E., Mahinpey N.,
Manovic V., Catalysis Today, 237, pp 111-117
(2014).
 “Novel synthetic sol–gel CaO based pellets using
porous mesostructured silica in cyclic CO2 capture
processs”, Sedghkerdar, M. H. et al., Fuel, 127,
pp. 101-108, (2014).
 "Pyrolysis of oat straw and the comparison of
product yield with wheat and flax straw pyrolysis",
Mani, T., Murugan, P. and Mahinpey, N., Energy &
Fuels, 25 (7), pp. 2803-2807, (2011).

MAYER GROUP FOR APPLIED GEOCHEMISTRY
Department of Geoscience, University of Calgary
PROFILE
The Mayer research group employs a wide variety of chemical,
isotopic, mineralogical and modeling techniques to study the
movement of water, carbon, nitrogen, sulphur and phosphorus in
surface and subsurface environments. The Applied Geochemistry
group’s research focuses on:
 Environmental research;
 Sustainable energy supplies including conventional and
unconventional oil and gas; and,
 The interface between energy and the environment.
The overall goal of the Applied Geochemistry group is to enhance
sustainable practices in energy production while minimizing the
impact on terrestrial and aquatic environments.
The Mayer group is
renowned for
conducting field
investigations;
using sophisticated
laboratory-based
chemical and
isotopic
fingerprinting tools;
and performing
advanced
geochemical
modeling.
Their work provides insight about sources, movement and mixing of
water, gas, and contaminants in surface and subsurface
environments. These approaches are highly applicable to solving
problems in the development of unconventional oil and gas
resources, and associated with CO2 sequestration among others.
Isotopic Tracers for Hydraulic Fracturing
The Mayer group is using novel and established
chemical and isotopic tracers to assess the
environmental impacts of shale gas and shale
oil development on shallow aquatic systems.
This innovative research will help energy
companies minimize the environmental impact
of unconventional energy resource
development.
Isotopic Tracers for CO2 Sequestration
The group is using chemical, isotopic and
modeling techniques to trace the movement
and fate of CO2 injected into deep saline
aquifers or mature oilfields. These approaches
are important for verifying containment of CO2
in the storage reservoirs, thereby contributing
to Canada’s CO2 emissions reductions.
Isotopic Tracers for Oil Sands Development
The Mayer group is using chemical and isotopic
techniques to identify the cross-formational
flow of water and gas in oil sands. The insights
obtained from these unique tracer approaches
provide invaluable information for assessing
potential environmental risks of oil sands
development.
WEBSITE
http://earth.geo.ucalgary.ca/wiki/index.php/Main_Page
Figure 1. Researchers from the Mayer group in the field.
Figure 2. Schematic showing a CO2 sequestration process.

MAYER GROUP FOR APPLIED GEOCHEMISTRY
Department of Geoscience, University of Calgary
The Mayer group would like to collaborate with:
 Industry partners experiencing problems with mixing and
migration of gas or fluids
 Partners seeking to identify sources of stray gas leakage,
cross-formational flow, or scaling.
 Partners that could benefit from a comprehensive analysis
and interpretation of data gathered from extraction of
conventional and unconventional oil and gas, CO2 storage in
saline aquifers or during EOR, and oil sands development.
 Chemical and isotopic characterization of water, gas, and
solid samples;
 Identification of water and gas sources and processes;
 Predictive geochemical modeling.
 Fully equipped water chemistry laboratory
 Gas chemistry analysis facilities
 Large stable isotope laboratory offering a wide range of
services
 Advanced geochemical modeling
 NSERC Discovery, Accelerator & CRD awards
 Networks of Canadian Centres of Excellence (NCE) researcher
 Several Canada Foundation of Innovation (CFI) awards
CONTACT
Nima Najand
Technology Analyst
Innovate Calgary
Phone: (403) 775-1855
SELECT PUBLICATIONS
 Cowie, B. R., James, B. & Mayer, B. (2014): Distribution
of total dissolved solids in McMurray Formation water
in the Athabasca oil sands region, Alberta, Canada:
Implications for regional hydrogeology and resource
development. – AAPG Bulletin, available on-line
September 2014.
 Jackson, R. E., Gorody, A. W., Mayer, B., Roy, J. W.,
Ryan, M. C. & Van Stempvoort, D. R. (2013):
Groundwater protection and unconventional gas
extraction: the critical need for field-based
hydrogeological research. – Ground Water, 51(4): 488-
510.
 Mayer, B. et al. (2013): Tracing the movement and the
fate of injected CO2 at the IEA GHG Weyburn-Midale
CO2 Monitoring and Storage project (Saskatchewan,
Canada) using carbon isotope ratios. – International
Journal on Greenhouse Gas Technology, 16S: S177-
S184.
BIOGRAPHY
Dr. Bernhard Mayer is a Professor of
Geochemistry in the Department of Geoscience
at the University of Calgary. Dr. Mayer has
published more than 120 papers in international
peer-reviewed journals and 15 book chapters. His
innovative research has contributed to various
provincial, national, and international research
programs, including the Alberta Ingenuity Center
for Water Research (AICWR), the Canadian Water
Network (CWN), and Carbon Management
Canada (CMC).

MINTCHEV GROUP FOR BIOMEDICAL AND OILFIELD
INSTRUMENTATION
Department of Electrical and Computer Engineering, University of Calgary
PROFILE
The Mintchev group is involved in research and development of
revolutionary technologies which are applicable to:
 Electronic instrumentation;
 Biomedical engineering,
 Gastrointestinal motility and stimulation;
 Oilfield applications; and,
 Embedded electronic microsystems.
A major component of the Mintchev research is to create
implantable microsystems which can restore the functionality of
faulty organs in the human body. The research team has
successfully demonstrated the use of microsystems that can
artificially induce the gastrointestinal system to transport food.
Their research has now expanded to include work on the colon – a
complex organ in the digestive tract.
The group also has over 10 issued or pending patents, most of
which are licensed to major companies. Their work on the
validation and quantification of electrogastrograms (E.G.G.) was the
first application of the E.G.G. technique in a clinical environment in
Canada.
KEY RESEARCH INNOVATIONS
Managing Gastrointestinal Motility
The Mintchev group has been investigating the
use of controlled electrical stimulation
techniques to manage gastrointestinal motility.
They have patented a device that uses Neural
Gastric Electrical Stimulation (NGES) to control
movement of content in the gastrointestinal
tract. The technique can be used to treat
gastroparesis, obesity, chronic constipation, and
other debilitating stomach diseases.
Self-stabilizing capsule endoscopy
The Mintchev group has been studying the
applicability of ingestible capsule endoscopes for
minimally-invasive monitoring of the human
colon for early diagnosis of colonic polyps. Two
patents have been issued on utilizing self-
expandable add-on to a traditional capsule
endoscope facilitating its stabilization in the
large lumen of the colon, and magnetically
steering the capsule for controlled examination.
In-drilling alignment (IDA) for inertial
downhole navigation in oil drilling
The Mintchev group has developed and
patented a novel IDA method to limit errors and
improve inertial navigation performance during
Horizontal Directional Drilling. The Mintchev
method can facilitate more accurate location
and azimuth measurements for oil and gas
drilling processes.
WEBSITE
http://www.researchgate.net/profile/Martin_Mi
ntchev
Figure 1. The Mintchev group is working to recreate the
functionality of the human gastrointestinal system

MINTCHEV GROUP FOR BIOMEDICAL AND OILFIELD
INSTRUMENTATION
Department of Electrical and Computer Engineering, University of Calgary
As experts in the field of biomedical research, the Mintchev group
can:
 provide support for research, development, and testing of
prototype devices.
 work with collaborators to conduct experimental surgery for
evaluation trials on humans and animals.
 facilitate product development for seed funding and faster
market penetration.
 Biomedical and Oilfield Instrumentation
SPECIALIZED TECHNIQUES/ INSTRUMENTATION
 Embedded design
 Electronic microsystems
 Inertial navigation
 Gastrointestinal research
 Experimental surgery
 Alberta Ingenuity Fund
 Sandhill Scientific (U.S.A.)
 Whitaker Foundation (U.S.A.)
 Canada Foundation for Innovation
 Natural Sciences and Engineering Research Council (Canada)
 International Downhole Equipment, Inc. (Edmonton)
 Petro Canada
 Gastrointestinal Motility Laboratory (Edmonton)
CONTACT
Technology Analyst
Innovate Calgary
Phone: (403) 270-2441
BIOGRAPHY
Dr. Martin Mintchev has extensive research
experience in biomedical engineering, electronic
design and instrumentation. He was recently
elected Fellow of the American Institute of
Medical and Biological Engineering for
outstanding contributions to biomedical
instrumentation. He is currently a professor in
the department of Electrical and Computer
Engineering, University of Calgary.
SELECT PUBLICATIONS
 Mintchev, M. P. (2013). Gastric electrical
stimulation for the treatment of obesity: from
entrainment to bezoars—a functional review.
International Scholarly Research Notices
Gastroenterology, 2013.
 Wang, Z., Poscente, M., Filip, D., Dimanchev,
M., & Mintchev, M. P. (2013). Rotary in-drilling
alignment using an autonomous MEMS-based
inertial measurement unit for measurement-
while-drilling processes. IEEE Instrumentation
& Measurement Magazine, 16(6), 26-34.
 Filip, D., Yadid-Pecht, O., Muench, G.,
Mintchev, M. P., & Andrews, C. N. (2013).
Suture marker lesion detection in the colon by
self-stabilizing and unmodified capsule
endoscopes: pilot study in acute canine
models. Gastrointestinal endoscopy, 77(2),
272-279.

PARK GROUP FOR MICRO MECHANICAL
ENGINEERING
Department of Mechanical and Manufacturing Engineering University of Calgary
PROFILE
The Park group are experts in the design and manufacturing of
Nano/Micro-Electro-Mechanical Systems (NMEMS) and
nanocomposites. Their research focuses on creating NMEMS by the
means of machining and molding and development of various
sensors.
Highly accurate electro-mechanical miniature components are
becoming increasingly
important for high-tech
industries such aerospace,
biomedical, environmental,
and oil and gas. The
efficiency of these devices is
important to bettering the
dynamics of machines in
terms of quicker response
times, higher sensitivity
and flexibility, and lower
cost.
Listed below are some of Dr. Park’s key application projects:
 Nanocomposites for electromagnetic interference shielding
and sensor networks (pressure, strain, temperature, and
chemicals)
 Nanocomposite coatings for pipelines and packaging
 Micro and nano-machining and molding
 Flexible electronics
 Subsurface hydraulic fracing and CCS monitoring system
 Alternative energy applications - direct methanol fuel cells –
use methanol as liquid fuel in replacement of hydrogen
 Micro pumps – liquid pumps for use in fuel cells and precise
delivery of liquids on microchips
Experimental modal analysis and vibration suppressions
Nano/Micro Mechanical Machining
Micro mechanical machining is conventionally
based on semi-conductor techniques such as
photo-etching silicon materials. Photo-etching
limits NMEMS to 2-D (planar) structures. Dr.
Park’s research group is using subtractive ultra-
precision nano/micro machining to fabricate 3-D
structures from metal alloys, polymers and
ceramics for use in NMEMS.
Figure 1. "Lab-on-chip" is a complex and widely used
NMEMS application.
Micro-Molding
Micro-molding tackles the same challenges as
micro-machining at a fraction of the time and
cost. Moulds are designed using CAD/CAM
software and the integration of micro machining
produces a high aspect-ratio of micro features.
The Park group focuses on the micro-moulds
of carbon nanotubes and graphene
nanocomposites. Their unique mechanical,
electrical and thermal properties have
applications in sensor technology and
electromagnetic shielding.
WEBSITE
http://www.ucalgary.ca/medal/
Figure 2. A nano/micro tungsten-carbide
drill used by the Park group for
nano/micro machining

PARK GROUP FOR MICRO MECHANICAL
ENGINEERING
Department of Mechanical and Manufacturing Engineering University of Calgary
The Park group would like to provide their industry partners
solutions to improve oil and gas processes through the application
of nano/micro tools. Specifically their expertise can be applied to
problems associated with hydraulic fracturing & Carbon Capture
and Storage (CCS) monitoring, and directional drilling.
Companies are sought, who specialize in drilling, hydraulic
fracturing and other subsurface technology, and are interested
implementing innovative sensing and monitoring tools. Dr. Park
seeks industry-relevant challenges with access to logged data,
samples and feedback on the group’s research.
 Atomic Force Microscope (AFM)
 Kern Micro System for Micro machining
 Boy Micro Injection Molding Machine
 Various sensor systems
 Raman Spectroscopy
 Various coating systems
 Potentiostat/Electrochemical Impedance Spectroscopy (EIS)
 Experimental modal analysis and vibration tools
 Tribology test setup
 Design and analysis tools (FEA, etc.)
 AITF iCORE Strategic chair in Sensing and Monitoring
 Schulich School of Engineering Research Award 2013
 Partnerships: Nanobridge, KIGAM (Korea)
 NSERC Strategic Network - CANRIMT
CONTACT
Technology Analyst
Innovate Calgary
Phone: (403) 270-2441
BIOGRAPHY
Dr. Simon Park, Ph.D., P.Eng.
Dr. Park has extensive research experience in
the area of micro/nano systems. His expertise
has been highlighted by 43 journal publications
in 10 years, teaching and research awards such
as the University of Calgary Young Innovator
Award. He currently belongs to the International
Academy of Production Engineering at an
Associate Member and holds the AITF iCore
Strategic Research Chair.
SELECT PUBLICATIONS
 “Effect of CNT alignment on the strain sensing
capability of carbon nanotube composites” Parmar,
K., Mahmoodi, M., Park, C.I., Park, S.S., (2013) Smart
Materials and Structures
 “An innovative method to reduce the energy loss of
conductive filler/polymer composites for charge
storage applications” Arjmand, M., Mahmoodi, M.,
Park, S.S., Sundararaj, U.T.,(2013), Composites
Science and Technology, 78, pp. 24-29
 “The Electrical Conductivity and Electromagnetic
Interference Shielding of Injection Moulded Multi-
walled Carbon Nanotube/polystyrene Composites”
Mahmoodi, M., Arjmand, M., Sundararaj, U., Park,
S., (2013) Carbon, 50, 1455-1464


PEREIRA GROUP FOR CATALYTIC UPSTREAM BITUMEN
UPGRADING
PROFILE
Upgrading bitumen and heavy crude oils is a challenging and
energy intensive activity. The Pereira group is composed of a group
of skilled Scientists, Chemists, Physicists and Engineers that has
gained years of experience in the Oil and Gas Industry in upstream
and downstream operations. They are focused on developing novel
upgrading processes and catalysts. Key aspects of their research
include:
 Evaluation of field and in situ upgrading paths
 Synthesis and development of upgrading catalysts from
nano to conventional size
 Monitoring of process variables
 Evaluation of upgrading schemes
 Conceptual engineering to process heavy crude oils
The Pereira group designs novel catalysts and processes tailored
to the specific application, based on a fundamental knowledge of
the complex chemical reactions that occur during the upgrading
process. The group has
the capabilities to
monitor reaction
mechanisms and catalyst
properties over the
course of the upgrading
reactions both in
reservoir and surface
conditions. This data
enables refinement of the
catalyst composition to
improve the catalyst
performance and extend
its activity and lifetime.
Research done by the group contributes to ongoing efforts to
address the chemical and engineering challenges to bitumen and
heavy oil upgrading for both upstream and downstream processes.
Their work has led to:
 Significant reductions in greenhouse gas emissions.
 Cost-effective conversion processes.
 Smooth conversion of bitumen and heavy oil reserves.
Catalysts Formulation
Research on reliable methods to assess the
nature of catalyst formulation is currently
underway in the Pereira group. Their
investigations cover the fundamental catalyst
design, through formulation and the interaction
with heavy oils. Results from these studies
contribute to In-Situ Catalytic Upgrading of
Heavy Crude and Bitumen.
Catalyst Dispersion Methods
Researchers in the group are conducting studies
on the dispersion methods of catalysts in order
maximize catalytic activities while minimizing
catalyst loadings. Their investigations cover,
amongst others:
 the particle size (microns to nanometers)
 the activity and cost of the formula
 the type of active phases generated.
In Reactor Hydrogen Generation
Research in the Pereira group is focused on
generation of hydrogen from water splitting - in
reaction zone. This research results in an
upstream process to regenerate catalysts from
the high carbon content fractions of hydrogen
and to return or use waste hydrocarbons back
into the reservoir.
WEBSITE
http://www.ucalgary.ca/catalysis/
http://www.pc-cups.com/
Figure 1. The Pereira group are experts
in in-situ upgrading using nano catalysts.

PEREIRA GROUP FOR CATALYTIC UPSTREAM BITUMEN
UPGRADING
The Pereira group offers laboratory services, specialized testing
equipment and engineering consultancy and has provided its
services to several of the world's largest national and independent
oil companies. For more details on the Engineering Capabilities,
Engineering Tools, Technical Assistance and Technical Process
Services available, visit:
http://www.ucalgary.ca/catalysis/technical_support
The Pedro group can conduct stability test analysis for petroleum
crude oils and fuel oils. They can conduct adsorption studies and
molecular characterization for academic and industry clients. They
can also provide personnel training for interested partners.
Examples of some of the instrumentation available include:
 Catalyst Preparation unit
 Catalytic Steam Cracking unit
 Hydrocracking unit
 Reactivity test units
 Fixed bed and moving bed reactor units
 Iatroscan MK-6
For a detailed list visit: http://www.ucalgary.ca/catalysis/facilities
 NSERC/NEXEN Research partnership
 Canada Foundation for Innovation Award (2005 and 2008)
CONTACT
Technology Analyst
Innovate Calgary
Phone: (403) 270-2441
BIOGRAPHY
Dr. Pedro Pereira-Almao is a Professor of
Chemical and Petroleum Engineering at the
University of Calgary. He holds the
NSERC/Nexen/AI-EES Industrial Research Chair in
Catalysis for Bitumen Upgrading. Dr. Pereira-
Almao worked as a Research and Development
Leader for over 14 years for a major national
petroleum company. He is the founder of two
companies that leverage the scientific and
engineering expertise: Process & Chemistry-
Consulting for Upgrading Solutions (PC-CUPS;
http://www.pc-cups.com/) and In-Situ
Upgrading Technologies Inc.
SELECT PUBLICATIONS
 P. Pereira-Almao (2012). In situ upgrading of
bitumen and heavy oils via nanocatalysis.
Volume 90, Issue 2, pages 320–329, April 2012.
The Canadian Journal of Chemical Engineering
 Hashemi, R., Nassar, N. N., & Pereira Almao, P.
(2013). In Situ Upgrading of Athabasca Bitumen
Using Multimetallic Ultradispersed Nanocatalysts
in an Oil Sands Packed-Bed Column. Energy &
Fuels, 28(2), 1338-1350.
 Fathi, M. M., & Pereira Almao, P. (2011).
Catalytic Aquaprocessing of Arab Light Vacuum
Residue via Short Space Times. Energy & Fuels,
25(11), 4867-4877.

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