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Mahmoud Khalifeh is a Professor of Drilling and Well Technology at the University of Stavanger, Faculty of Science and Technology, Department of Energy and Petroleum Technology. His work bridges petroleum engineering and sustainable materials science, focusing on next-generation well construction and abandonment technologies.
His research primarily centers on geopolymers derived from granite and other rock sources as sustainable, low-carbon alternatives to conventional Portland cement in oil and gas wells, geothermal systems, and carbon capture and storage (CCS) applications. His expertise spans well integrity, zonal isolation, plug and abandonment (P&A), rheology of cement slurries, durability under downhole conditions, and the utilization of industrial waste (e.g., silicon manganese slag, waste glass) in construction materials. He investigates the mechanical, hydro-mechanical, and microstructural behavior of these materials under extreme environments, including high temperature, CO₂ exposure, and brine conditions.
The trends in his recent publications (2022–2025) show a strong focus on developing one-part geopolymers for practical field deployment, enhancing early strength, controlling expansion, ensuring compatibility with drilling fluids via optimized spacer systems, and evaluating long-term performance. His work increasingly addresses environmental sustainability and circular economy principles in the energy sector. He frequently publishes in top journals such as SPE Journal, Cement and Concrete Research, and Geoenergy Science and Engineering, and presents at major conferences including SPE/IADC and OTC.
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Advising and Grants: While specific student names and grant details are not listed in the text, the extensive collaborative nature of his publications (with over 30 co-authors across recent works) and leadership in emerging research areas like sustainable well cementing and CCS integrity suggest active supervision of graduate students and involvement in funded research projects, likely supported by Norwegian and international energy research programs.
Labs and Teams: Although specific lab names are not mentioned, Dr. Khalifeh is clearly part of a robust research team at the University of Stavanger focused on energy and petroleum technology. His frequent collaborations with researchers such as Arild Saasen, Reinier Van Noort, Mohamed Omran, and Madhan Nur Agista indicate leadership in a multidisciplinary group working on advanced materials for well integrity and sustainability.
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