Physics-Informed Machine Learning (PIML) — Bridging Physics, Data, and Digital Adoption in Unconventional Reservoirs
Sebastien Matringe
Subsurface AI Director, Chevron
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Birol Dindoruk
Professor, Texas A&M University
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Bo Hu
AI Director, ConocoPhillips
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Sanjay Paranji
Chief Executive Officer, Xecta Digital Labs
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Physics-Informed Machine Learning (PIML) represents one of the most transformative developments in the upstream digital ecosystem—integrating data-driven learning with the governing physics of reservoir and production systems. This special session brings together thought leaders from academia, digital technology providers, and major operating companies to explore how PIML and hybrid physics-based AI models are redefining reservoir analysis, production optimization, and decision-making in unconventional assets.
Theme 9: Lithium and Critical Mineral Extraction
Selin Erzeybek Balan
Independent Consultant
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Wambui Mutoru
Asset Manager – Southwest Arkansas Lithium, Equinor
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Keju Yan
R&D Fellow and Geochemist, Pacific Northwest National Lab
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Hermann Lebit
Principal, Alma Energy
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Lithium and critical mineral extraction from unconventional resources is gaining increasing attention across the energy industry. This panel will bring together experts from industry and research to discuss the current status of lithium and critical mineral extraction, emerging technologies, and future growth opportunities. The discussion will also highlight key technical and economic challenges and explore potential solutions for advancing lithium and critical mineral recovery.
Engineering the Future of UAE Unconventionals: Lessons from ADNOC’s Dyab Journey
Matthew Poole
Senior Exploration Geoscientist, Shell
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Abdulla Al Blooshi
Vice President, Unconventional Subsurface, ADNOC
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Tarik Itibrout
Vice President Frac and Completions, ADNOC
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Felipe Silva
Vice President UC Production and Development, ADNOC
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A focused look at ADNOC’s journey in developing the Dyab unconventional play, highlighting key learnings, the adoption of proven industry best practices, and the performance gains guiding the future of UAE unconventional development.