Lecturer at Wenlong Zhang, Changzhou University, China
Dr. Wenlong Zhang is a dedicated lecturer at Changzhou University, specializing in oilfield chemistry and advanced materials. His research focuses on innovative solutions for enhancing hydraulic fracturing and Enhanced Oil Recovery (EOR) through the development of viscoelastic surfactants, water-soluble polymers, nanofluids, and degradable materials 🛢️💡. With a deep commitment to exploring new chemical formulations, he has made significant strides in improving wettability alteration and surfactant adsorption for more efficient oil recovery 🌍⚡.
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🎓 Educational Background :
Dr. Zhang holds a PhD in Chemical Engineering and has built an impressive academic and professional portfolio. His expertise lies in colloids, interfaces, and oilfield chemicals, applying these to real-world challenges in energy production 🌱💧.
💼 Professional Experience :
Dr. Zhang has been actively engaged in academic research for several years, contributing significantly to the fields of oilfield chemistry, material science, and hydraulic fracturing. He has led numerous projects that bridge the gap between industry needs and academic research, with a focus on developing environmentally friendly and sustainable materials for oil extraction and other industrial applications 🏗️🌿. His work has not only contributed to theoretical advancements but has also been instrumental in practical applications, evidenced by his ongoing industry collaborations and patent applications 🏅📈.
- Viscoelastic surfactants & water-soluble polymers
- Nanofluids for energy applications
- Wettability alteration in petroleum systems
- Surfactant adsorption and their impact on oil recovery
- Degradable materials for environmentally conscious technologies 🌐🛢️
📝 Publication Top Notes :
- Zhang, W., Mao, J., Yang, Y., Yang, X., & Wang, L. (2024). The development and performance of a Gemini viscoelastic surfactant with tricationic groups applied in unconventional oil and gas reservoir stimulation. ChemistrySelect, 9(23), e202400399.
- Zhang, W., Wan, L., Fan, Y., Zhang, Y., & Wang, L. (2023). Construction and mechanism study of clean N2 foam fracturing fluid stabilized by viscoelastic surfactant in concentrated brines for unconventional oil and gas. Journal of Molecular Liquids, 390, 123168.
- Zhang, W., Wang, L., Li, H., Liu, X., & Wang, L. (2023). A Gemini viscoelastic surfactant stabilized by steric hindrance group on its spacer to construct wormlike micelle structure in concentrated brines. Journal of Molecular Liquids, 385, 122275.
- Shen, J., Lu, P., Zhang, W., Wang, L., & Wang, L. (2023). Fabrication of porous titanium-based β-PbO2 electrode with graphene oxide intermediate layer for enhanced electrochemical performance in degradation of 4-chloro-2-nitrophenol. International Journal of Electrochemical Science, 18(12), 100377.
- Huang, Z., Mao, J., Cun, M., Liu, B., & Xiao, Y. (2022). Polyhydroxy cationic viscoelastic surfactant for clean fracturing fluids: Study on the salt tolerance and the effect of salt on the high temperature stability of wormlike micelles. Journal of Molecular Liquids, 366, 120354.
- Jia, Z., Zuo, C., Cai, H., Yin, J., & Zhang, W. (2022). A salt-resistant sodium carboxymethyl cellulose modified by the heterogeneous process of oleate amide quaternary ammonium salt. Polymers, 14(22), 5012.
- Zhang, W., Mao, J., Jia, Z., Bao, D., & Zeng, W. (2021). Design of a salt-tolerant Gemini viscoelastic surfactant and the study of construction of wormlike micelle structure in high-salinity aqueous environment. Colloids and Surfaces A: Physicochemical and Engineering Aspects, 631, 127653.
- Cun, M., Mao, J., Sun, H., Lin, C., & Huang, Z. (2021). Development of a novel temperature-resistant and salt-resistant double-cationic surfactant with “super thick hydration layer” for clean fracturing fluid. Colloids and Surfaces A: Physicochemical and Engineering Aspects, 617, 126306.
- Tian, J., Mao, J., Zhang, W., Lin, C., & Cun, M. (2021). Salinity- and heat-tolerant VES (viscoelastic surfactant) clean fracturing fluids strengthened by a hydrophobic copolymer with extremely low damage. ChemistrySelect, 6(9), 2126–2143.
- Bao, D., Zhou, C., Wang, L., Jia, Z., & Zhang, W. (2021). Sealing mechanism based on force chain and experimental investigation of sealing fractures. Lithosphere, 2021(Special Issue 1), 2573782.