About
My name is Chaouki Khalfi, Assistant Professor at the University of Gabès, Tunisia. I am a structural geologist with extensive expertise in petroleum geosciences, geophysics, drilling, and hydrogeology.My expertise lies in geomechanics, which has become a key approach for optimizing drilling operations, as well as for reservoir simulation and exploration in both conventional and unconventional resources. This approach plays a fundamental role in improving reservoir characterization and enhancing our understanding of subsurface behavior.In addition, geomechanics is increasingly critical in emerging energy applications such as carbon capture and storage (CCS) and hydrogen storage, where it is used to assess the integrity and long-term stability of geological formations. It also contributes significantly to geothermal energy exploration and development, supporting safe and efficient resource utilization. Currently, my research focuses on applied geomechanics in reservoir studies, including CCS, unconventional reservoirs, and hydraulic fracture simulation. My work emphasizes borehole image analysis, in-situ stress determination, tectonic regime characterization, and pore pressure evaluation and its origins. These aspects are essential for ensuring wellbore stability, protecting groundwater resources, and optimizing production. I am actively seeking research collaborations and project opportunities to further develop these topics and explore innovative solutions in geoscience engineering, geology, and geophysics. I would be pleased to discuss potential collaborations and research initiatives with you
