Kan Wuمشاهده پروفایل
دانشیار
- Data interpretation and forward modeling of distributed fiber optic strain sensing
- Hydraulic fracture modeling, monitoring, and optimization
- Subsurface monitoring of carbon storage and enhanced geothermal systems
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Kan Wu is an Associate Professor in the Harold Vance Department of Petroleum Engineering at Texas A&M University, part of the College of Engineering. He holds the Class of ’75 DVG Associate Professorship and is a Chancellor EDGES Fellow. His research focuses on advanced modeling techniques for subsurface systems, including data interpretation of fiber optic sensing, hydraulic fracture optimization, and carbon storage monitoring. He earned his Ph.D. from the University of Texas at Austin and degrees from China University of Petroleum (East). Education : Ph.D., Petroleum Engineering, University of Texas at Austin M.S., Petroleum Engineering, China University of Petroleum (East) B.S., Petroleum Engineering, China University of Petroleum (East) Research Highlights : Dr. Wu’s work bridges physics-based and data-driven approaches, addressing challenges in fracture propagation, subsurface monitoring, and multi-scale modeling. His team develops real-time data interpretation tools for distributed fiber optic measurements and investigates fracture interactions in unconventional reservoirs. Key Awards : 2024: Completions Optimization and Technology Award (SPE Gulf Coast) 2023: Best of Paper Award (URTEC) 2023: Karen E. Olson & Louis H. Turner Research Award Grants & Leadership : He leads the Advanced Geomechanics Fracture & Reservoir Application Consortium (AGFRAC), focusing on subsurface engineering systems. His Chevron Corporation Faculty Fellowship (2017–2022) supported collaborative industry research. Office: RICH 501Q.







