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Trine MykkeltvedtView profile

Researcher

• Numerical Simulation
• Computational Geosciences
• Flow and Transport in Porous Media
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Trine Mykkeltvedt is a Researcher II at NORCE (formerly IRIS) specializing in numerical simulation and modeling of flow and transport in porous media. She earned her master's and doctorate in applied mathematics from the University of Bergen (2014) and joined NORCE in 2015. Affiliated with the "Computational Geosciences and Modelling" group Department of Energy and Technology Her research focuses on CO2 storage, hydrogen storage, and enhanced oil recovery (EOR) through reservoir modeling. Applications include carbon capture and storage (CCS), subsurface energy systems, and environmental flow dynamics. Recent publications highlight her work on convective mixing in CO2 storage (2025), pressure interference effects (2024), and hydrogen leakage quantification (2024). Her methodological expertise includes WENO schemes, unstructured grids, and multiphase flow modeling. She contributes to projects like HyPE (Hydrogen Storage) and CSSR (Sustainable Subsurface Resources) while applying computational methods to address climate challenges through subsurface energy solutions.

• Geophysics
• Marine Geophysics
• Geothermal Energy
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Ketil Hokstad serves as a Professor within the Department of Geosciences at the Norwegian University of Science and Technology (NTNU), where he contributes to advanced research in geophysical exploration and subsurface characterization. His academic role involves developing computational methodologies for interpreting complex geophysical datasets in energy resource assessment and environmental studies. Hokstad's research spans marine geophysics, geothermal systems, and geophysical inversion techniques with emphasis on thermal properties-seismic velocity relationships, crustal heat production modeling, and Arctic subsurface characterization. His work integrates gravity, magnetic, and electromagnetic data to solve geological problems in challenging environments like the Barents Sea, contributing significantly to sustainable energy exploration methodologies. Analysis of Hokstad's 2016-2018 publications reveals a concentrated focus on innovative marine electromagnetic inversion approaches and thermal-geophysical correlations. His collaborative research demonstrates consistent advancement in subsurface imaging techniques for Arctic regions, with strong interdisciplinary connections between theoretical geophysics, computational modeling, and practical energy resource management applications.

Mohammad MasoudiView profile

Research Fellow

• Water-Rock Interactions
• Reactive Transport
• CO2 Storage
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Mohammad Masoudi is a Postdoctoral Fellow at the University of Oslo , Department of Geosciences, Section for Environmental Geosciences. His research focuses on CO2 and H2 storage , water-rock interactions , and pore-scale modeling of reactive transport in subsurface environments. Education PhD in Geosciences (University of Oslo, 2021) M.Sc. in Reservoir Engineering (University of Tehran, 2016) B.Sc. in Reservoir Engineering (Petroleum University of Technology, 2014) His work addresses salt precipitation , mineral nucleation , and permeability-porosity relationships during carbon and hydrogen storage. Recent publications highlight microfluidic experiments , thermodynamic modeling , and environmental implications of subsurface energy systems. Key projects include Hystorm (hydrogen storage in petroleum reservoirs), SaltPreCO2 (salt precipitation kinetics), and Polish-Norwegian CCS Network (carbon capture technologies). He collaborates with the CO2 Storage research group at UiO.

Robert LawView profile

Research Fellow

• Glaciology
• Planetary Science
• Climate Change
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Robert Law is a Postdoctoral Fellow (Research Fellow) at the Department of Earth Science, University of Bergen, affiliated with the Quaternary Geology and Paleoclimate research group. His work focuses on glaciology, planetary science, and cryosphere dynamics, with a particular emphasis on understanding ice dynamics in polar regions and icy moons. He employs advanced techniques such as fiber-optic sensing, borehole observations, and numerical modeling to study processes like hydrofracture mechanisms, subglacial hydrology, and ice sheet stability. Key research projects include investigations into Greenland Ice Sheet outlet glaciers, temperate ice dynamics, and the application of models like ELSA v2.0 for ice layer tracing. His interdisciplinary approach combines fieldwork, remote sensing, and computational methods to address climate-related questions. Law has contributed to significant datasets, including ice temperature profiles and subglacial sediment analysis, furthering our understanding of glacial systems.

Elco LuijendijkView profile

Associate Professor

• Hydrogeology
• Groundwater Systems
• Climate Change Impacts
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Elco Luijendijk is an Associate Professor in Hydrogeology at the Department of Earth Science, University of Bergen (UiB). His research focuses on the interplay between groundwater systems, geological processes, and climate change impacts. He is affiliated with the Geodynamics and Basin Studies research group and the Bjerknes Centre for Climate Research. His work emphasizes understanding drainage density dynamics, subsurface flow processes, and the role of groundwater in landscape evolution. Key contributions include developing coupled models of groundwater flow and surface processes, particularly highlighted in his 2022 study on transmissivity's influence on drainage density. His research spans hydrogeological modeling, thermochronology, and environmental applications like coastal groundwater nutrient dynamics and nuclear waste repository safety assessments. Elco has authored over 50 peer-reviewed articles, with recent work addressing global groundwater recharge patterns, climate sensitivity, and subterranean estuary biogeochemistry. His interdisciplinary approach bridges geology, hydrology, and computational modeling, contributing to both theoretical advancements and practical challenges in water resource management and environmental safety.

• Nonlinear Model Predictive Control
• Offshore Drilling Automation
• Power Systems Control
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Lars Struen Imsland is a Professor at the Department of Engineering Cybernetics, Norwegian University of Science and Technology (NTNU) since 2009. He holds a PhD and MSc in Engineering Cybernetics from NTNU, with research focusing on nonlinear model predictive control, offshore drilling automation, and power systems. His career includes roles at Cybernetica AS, SINTEF ICT, and NTNU as a PostDoc and doctoral student. Research interests span control systems engineering, CO2 capture technology, and estimation in automotive applications. He chairs committees for international conferences like DYCOPS-CAB and ACOOG, and serves as Associate Editor for IEEE Transactions on Control Systems Technology. Key achievements include the Arch T. Colwell Merit Award (2008) and Automatica Outstanding Reviewer recognition (2004). He has advised over 10 PhD committees and contributed to pioneering work in MPC for wind farms, hybrid energy systems, and oil well modeling. Publications emphasize interdisciplinary applications of control theory, with recent focus on Bayesian optimization for wind farms, physics-informed neural networks for oil well monitoring, and stochastic MPC for renewable energy integration.

• Petroleum Engineering
• Reservoir Simulation
• Enhanced Oil Recovery
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Jon Kleppe is a Professor in Petroleum Engineering at the Norwegian University of Science and Technology (NTNU) since 1981. He has held leadership roles such as Center Director of SFI IO (2007-2015), Department Head for ~20 years, and Dean of Earth Sciences (1990-96). He has also served as a Visiting Professor at Stanford University (1988-1989) and a Visiting Researcher at Elf (1996-1997). Education: Ph.D. in Petroleum Engineering, Texas A&M University, 1974 M.Sc. in Mechanical Engineering, South Dakota School of Mines and Technology (SDSMT), 1971 B.Sc. in Mechanical Engineering, SDSMT, 1970 Research Interests: Kleppe's work focuses on Petroleum Engineering , Reservoir Simulation , Enhanced Oil Recovery (EOR) , CO2 Storage , and Fractured Reservoirs . His recent publications emphasize surfactant flooding, single-well chemical tracer tests, and geochemical interactions in carbonate reservoirs. Scientific Awards: Oilman of the Year 2014 (SPE Norway) Regional Distinguished Achievement Award for Petroleum Engineering Faculty 2015 NTNU's Internationalization Award 2015 Advising & Grants: He has supervised numerous doctoral students, including Mkinga Oras Joseph (2020), Cheng Xiaoqian (2019), and Jahanbani Ghahfarokhi Ashkan (2012). His research has involved collaboration with institutions like Stanford University and Elf, as well as industry projects in Saudi Arabia and Norway.

Anne C. ElsterView profile

Professor

• High-Performance Computing (HPC)
• Parallel Computing
• GPU Computing
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Prof. Anne C. Elster is a Professor of Computer Science at NTNU's Department of Computer & Information Science (IDI), leading the HPC-Lab. She specializes in High-Performance Computing (HPC), GPU acceleration, and heterogeneous systems. Her work spans HPC applications in medical imaging, seismic processing, and oil & gas simulations, with collaborations at CERN, NVIDIA, and Schlumberger. Elster holds a PhD in Electrical Engineering from Cornell University (1994) and is an IEEE Senior Member since 2000. She has supervised over 70 master students and numerous PhD candidates, emphasizing GPU computing. Her teaching includes courses like Parallel Computing and Compilers , with a focus on programming and problem-based learning. She leads EU projects like CLOUDLIGHTNING (2015–2018) and has organized major conferences (e.g., ISC, SC, PARA). Her HPC-Lab is a CUDA Research and Teaching Center, and she advocates for HPC infrastructure investments in Norway through policy engagement.

Christian HermanrudView profile

Adjunct Professor

• Subsurface Fluid Flow
• CO2 Storage
• Fault Sealing
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Christian Hermanrud is a Professor at the Department of Earth Science, University of Bergen (UiB), where he has served as an adjunct professor since 2009. He has held a long-term affiliation with Statoil/Equinor since 1984. His primary research focuses on subsurface fluid flow dynamics, CO2 storage integrity, fault sealing mechanisms, and pore pressure analysis. He has supervised over 20 students, particularly in areas like fault seal characterization and formation temperature determination. His work emphasizes the energy transition, particularly safe CO2 storage, and he co-teaches courses like SDG607 and SDG207 on energy transition challenges. Key contributions include studies on fault permeability in the Njord Field, CO2 migration in the Utsira Formation, and lessons from CCS operations at Sleipner. He has published extensively on topics such as offshore reservoir dynamics and seal integrity, with notable contributions to understanding leakage mechanisms in caprocks and the impact of sea level changes on fluid migration. His research integrates geological and geophysical methods, often collaborating with industry partners like Equinor and academic institutions. He is associated with projects funded by the Research Council of Norway (e.g., FME-SUCCESS), focusing on low-emission energy solutions and subsurface reservoir management. Current efforts prioritize advancing CO2 storage technologies for a low-carbon future.

Helge HellevangView profile

Professor

• Environmental Geosciences
• Geochemistry
• CO2 Storage
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Helge Hellevang is a Professor at the Section for Environmental Geosciences , Department of Geosciences, University of Oslo. His research focuses on CO2 storage , mineral kinetics , and gas-liquid-mineral reactions in subsurface environments, with significant contributions to understanding porous media dynamics and diagenetic processes in energy and climate contexts. University of Oslo Department of Geosciences Environmental Geosciences Hellevang's work bridges fundamental geochemical processes with applied energy solutions, including hydrogen storage in geological formations and CO2 mineralization in basaltic systems. His projects address global challenges like climate change mitigation through carbon capture and storage (CCS) and clean energy development via rock cavern technologies. Recent publications reveal a strong emphasis on porous media and mineral precipitation impacts across diverse contexts—from CO2 storage in saline aquifers to hydrogen mobility in clay minerals. Collaborative studies span microfluidic experiments, computational modeling of wettability effects , and field-scale reservoir analysis in China and the North Sea. His research involves interdisciplinary collaboration with institutions in Norway, China, and Spain, contributing to planetary analog studies for Mars exploration and terrestrial climate initiatives in Malawi and Tanzania. Current work also explores enthalpy-driven mineralization and nano-pore fluid behavior using advanced simulation techniques.

Catherine BanetView profile

Professor

• Energy Law
• Environmental Law
• EU Law
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Catherine Banet is a Professor at the University of Oslo's Faculty of Law , leading the Department of Energy and Resource Law at the Nordic Institute of Maritime Law since 2021. She serves as Deputy Director of the part-time North Sea Energy Law Programme (NSELP) and chairs the Norwegian Association for Energy Law. Ph.D. (UiO, Oslo) 2012 LL.M in International and European Environmental and Energy Law (KUL, Leuven) 2007 MA in International Politics (Ceris, Paris/Brussels) 2003 MA in European Studies/European Law (UCL, Louvain-la-Neuve) 2002 LL.B (Lille) 2002 Institut d'Etudes Politiques (Aix-en-Provence) 2001 Her research focuses on energy law intersections with EU/EEA regulation , covering power market design, renewable energy procurement, state aid mechanisms, offshore wind/hydrogen development, carbon capture and storage (CCS), nuclear decommissioning, and cross-border energy infrastructure. Current projects include Implementing Network Codes (INC) and Regulating Power in Norway (POWREG) (2020-2024). Recent publications analyze energy solidarity mechanisms (2024), ocean CO2 removal frameworks (2023), and resilience criteria in energy/climate law (2022). She contributes to key textbooks on climate law and natural resources, with a specific focus on Norwegian and European legal alignment. Nominated for King's Gold Medal (2013) Academic co-Director for Energy at CERRE (Centre on Regulation in Europe) Member of Norwegian Nuclear Decommissioning's International Expert Council (2024-2026) As subject manager for courses JUS1412/5412 (Energy Law) and JUS2211 (Environmental Law) (2019-2023), she integrates state aid, renewable energy, and climate policy into legal education. Her cross-sector collaborations span the Norwegian Research Centre on Wind Energy (NorthWind) and the Norwegian CCS Research Center.

Elin SkurtveitView profile

Associate Professor

• Structural geology
• Geomechanics
• Subsurface CO2 storage
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Elin Skurtveit is an Associate Professor II (20%) at the Department of Geosciences, University of Oslo and a full-time technical expert in Energy Geomechanics and Geophysics at the Norwegian Geotechnical Institute (NGI) . She has held this dual position since 2018 and 2010 respectively. Academic background in structural geology and geomechanics Key focus: Subsurface CO2 storage safety and fault stability Experience at Stanford University's Zoback Stress and Crustal Mechanics Group Her research integrates: Mechanical testing (Triax, Ring Shear, Direct Shear) CO2 exposure experiments on reservoir rocks Clay smear and shear band formation analysis Fluid flow characterization in fault zones Current projects: gigaCCS (2025-2032): Lead NGI representative SHARP Storage : Project manager NCCS : Structural derisking task lead FRISK : Fault-related leakage risk quantification Collaborations: With Cegal for carbon storage data management Industry partnerships with Northern Lights JV International academic networks through ERA-NET ACT

Aksel HiorthView profile

Professor

• Reservoir Engineering
• Geochemical Modeling
• Subsurface Flow Modeling
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Aksel Hiorth is a Professor of Reservoir Technology at the University of Stavanger (UiS) and Chief Scientist at NORCE. He holds a PhD in theoretical physics from the University of Oslo. His research focuses on subsurface flow modeling, geochemical interactions, and applications of porous media principles in medicine. He leads the Computational Engineering master's program and has pioneered workflows like IORSim for field-scale geochemical simulations. Education: PhD in Theoretical Physics (University of Oslo). Research Interests: Multi-scale reservoir modeling (pore to field scale) Geochemical processes in porous media Non-Newtonian fluid dynamics Medical applications of computational fluid dynamics Publications highlight advancements in physics-informed neural networks (PINNs), lattice Boltzmann methods, and EOR (Enhanced Oil Recovery) technologies. His work addresses challenges in reservoir optimization, water diversion strategies, and fluid-rock interactions in chalk reservoirs. Key innovations include predictive models for wettability alteration and mineral dissolution/precipitation. Awards include SR Bank's Innovation Award (2010), NPD's IOR Prize (2010), and Lyse’s Research Award (2013). He contributed to establishing the National IOR Centre of Norway, recognized for advancing improved oil recovery techniques. Advancing interdisciplinary research: His labs integrate computational engineering with petroleum geoscience, bridging fundamental physics and applied reservoir engineering. Current projects explore sustainable reservoir management and biomedical fluid dynamics solutions.

Kundan KumarView profile

Professor

• Numerical Analysis
• Porous Media
• Multiphase Flow
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Position and Affiliation: Professor at the Department of Mathematics, University of Bergen. Active in research and teaching in computational mathematics and porous media dynamics. Research Interests: Specializes in multiphase flow in porous media, numerical methods for coupled flow and geomechanics, upscaling of reactive processes, and computational models for subsurface engineering. Focus areas include CO₂ storage, microbial enhanced oil recovery, and fracture mechanics. Teaching: Taught courses in Continuum Mechanics, Numerical Linear Algebra, and Computational Science at the University of Bergen and Karlstad University. Completed pedagogical training in higher education and doctoral supervision. Publications: Over 50 peer-reviewed articles, focusing on iterative coupling schemes, numerical upscaling, and modeling of subsurface processes. Recent work includes studies on dynamic wettability alteration and MICP-based CO₂ leakage remediation. Grants and Projects: Principal Investigator (PI) and co-applicant in major projects including VISTA Center for Coupled Subsurface Dynamics (25M NOK), TheMSeS Toppforsk (25M NOK), and CLIMIT-funded initiatives. Led research on microbial induced calcite precipitation (MICP) and CO₂ storage efficiency. Labs and Teams: Leads a research group in mathematical modeling of subsurface dynamics. Collaborates with institutions like NORCE, CIPR, and international universities on porous media projects.

Vilde DimmenView profile

Researcher

• Structural Geology
• Seismic Imaging
• Carbonate Rocks
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Vilde Dimmen is an Adviser at the Department of Earth Science, University of Bergen. She holds a doctoral degree from 2023 and specializes in structural geology, seismic imaging, and fluid flow dynamics in carbonate rocks. Her research focuses on fault zone architecture, seismic modeling of geological structures, and the interplay between tectonics and fluid systems. Her work combines field studies, outcrop analysis, and advanced seismic modeling to investigate fault damage zones, particularly in carbonate settings like the Maltese Islands and the Suez Rift. Key contributions include advancing methodologies for imaging small-scale faults, quantifying fluid flow pathways, and developing classifications for damage zones. Recent publications emphasize multi-scale approaches to structural analysis, integrating geological observations with geophysical techniques. She collaborates extensively with researchers like Atle Rotevatn and Isabelle Lecomte, contributing to both academic journals and conference presentations.