Nicolas Pedel

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Nicolas Pedel is a leading researcher in enhanced oil recovery (EOR), with a particular focus on chemical flooding methods such as alkaline-surfactant-polymer (ASP) and surfactant-polymer (SP) formulations. His work addresses the critical challenge of optimizing these complex chemical systems under realistic reservoir conditions. Pedel’s most cited study, "Alkaline Surfactant-Polymer Formulation Evaluation in Live Oil Conditions," investigates how temperature, pressure, and the presence of gas impact oil recovery performance—a vital consideration often overlooked in standard screening processes. By demonstrating that live oil conditions significantly alter phase behavior and recovery efficiency, his research provides essential guidance for designing more effective and field-relevant EOR strategies. With over a decade of contributions, Pedel’s work bridges the gap between laboratory formulation testing and practical reservoir application, helping to improve the economic viability of chemical flooding. His findings are widely referenced by engineers and scientists working to maximize hydrocarbon extraction from mature fields, cementing his reputation as a key contributor to the advancement of chemical EOR technology.