Colin M. Sayers

Colin M. Sayers is a Research Professor at the University of Houston's Department of Earth and Atmospheric Sciences, with a career spanning academia, industry, and research collaboration. He holds a Ph.D. in Physics from Imperial College London, following earlier education at Lancaster University. His expertise lies in geomechanics, geophysics, and rock physics, with a focus on anisotropy, wave propagation, and reservoir characterization.

• Education: Ph.D. in Physics (Imperial College London), D.I.C. in Mathematical Physics (Imperial College), B.A. in Physics (Lancaster University, 1st Class Honours)

His research explores the elastic anisotropy of shales and sandstones, stress-dependent fracture compliance, and seismic inversion techniques for unconventional reservoirs. Recent work includes kerogen effects on rock properties and critical porosity models.

• Selected Scientific Awards:
  • 2013 Best Paper in The Leading Edge (SEG)
  • Honorary Membership of the Geophysical Society of Houston
  • 2010 SEG/EAGE Distinguished Instructor Short Course Presenter

Colin contributes to geomechanical modeling and seismic data interpretation, particularly for fractured reservoirs and subsalt environments. He collaborates with institutions like Schlumberger and Shell, and is active in industry organizations including AGU, EAGE, GSH, SEG, and SPE.