Masood Mostofi

Associate Professor Masood Mostofi is affiliated with Curtin University's WASM School of Minerals, Energy and Chemical Engineering, where he leads research in drilling engineering and related technologies. His academic role includes teaching courses such as Drilling Engineering Fundamentals, Advanced Drilling Practices, and Offshore Platforms. His primary research focuses on bit/rock interaction, drilling optimization, fluid dynamics, and wellbore stability, with notable contributions to diamond bit wear analysis and eco-friendly drilling fluid development. Mostofi holds a patent for 'Drilling Fluids and Uses Thereof' (2018) and has contributed to over 30 peer-reviewed publications since 2010, addressing topics like CO2 sequestration, shale gas recovery, and drilling efficiency. His work bridges practical drilling challenges with advanced materials science and computational modeling.

Research Interests:

• Bit/rock interaction of diamond bits
• Drilling optimization and efficiency
• Drilling fluid rheology and fluid loss control
• Borehole stability mechanisms
• CO2 sequestration and gas recovery
• Eco-friendly drilling technologies

Publications highlight trends in sustainable drilling solutions, advanced fluid systems, and experimental studies on tool performance. His work intersects with energy exploration, environmental engineering, and materials science, reflecting a multidisciplinary approach to solving industry challenges.