Isaac Wilson

Passionately exploring the forefront of sustainable energy resources, with a focused investigation into the potential of natural gas hydrates (NGH) as a crucial future energy source and its possibility for gas storage applications. My investigations aim to address the pressing global need for sustainable energy solutions by evaluating the feasibility, extraction methods, and environmental implications of NGH as one of the cleanest hydrocarbon energy source and as an abundant source of hydrogen.

EDUCATION

Doctor of Philosophy

RESEARCH, TEACHING, or OTHER INTERESTS

Energy, Colloid and Surface Chemistry, Fuel Technology, Fluid Flow and Transfer Processes

Scopus Publications

Impact of oxide nanoparticles as hydrate inhibitors on polymer rheology for low-temperature stimulation of gas hydrate reservoirs
Isaac Wilson, Shanker Krishna
Gas Science and Engineering, 2025
Whey protein as a sustainable hydrate inhibitor for enhancing flow assurance in natural gas pipelines: implications for environmental sustainability
Ankur Singh, Shanker Krishna, Ajay Suri, Isaac Wilson, Sumeet Chakraborty
Chemical Papers, 2025
Optimized polymer systems for low-temperature stimulation of gas hydrate-bearing sediments
Isaac Wilson, Shanker Krishna
Journal of Molecular Liquids, 2025
Advancements in Key Imaging Techniques for Gas Hydrate Research to Accelerate Decarbonization Efforts
Shanker Krishna, María Dolores Robustillo, Yu-Hao Bu, Guang-Jin Chen, Atousa Heydari, Chang-Yu Sun, Isaac Wilson, Jyoti Shanker Pandey
Energy and Fuels, 2025
Gas hydrates (GHs), crystalline compounds formed by gas molecules encased in water lattices, are increasingly recognized for their dual role as both a potential energy resource and a factor in climate change, making their study pivotal to advancing decarbonization efforts. This review highlights recent advancements in imaging technologies that have significantly enhanced our understanding of GH formation, dissociation, and stability, with a focus on their implications for accelerating decarbonization. Cutting-edge techniques such as X-ray computed tomography (XCT), magnetic resonance imaging (MRI), and scanning electron microscopy (SEM) are explored for their ability to provide high-resolution structural and compositional insights. Particular emphasis is placed on microfluidics technology, which has transformed the study of GHs by enabling real-time visualization of hydrate dynamics at the pore scale under controlled conditions. The integration of micromodels with optical imaging techniques to simulate natural geological environments and investigate gas–water–hydrate interactions is discussed, alongside the impact of variables like temperature, pressure, and salinity on hydrate behavior. Furthermore, the development of in situ and real-time monitoring systems is examined for their potential to unravel the dynamic processes governing GH systems. By consolidating these advancements and addressing existing challenges, this review underscores the critical role of innovative imaging methodologies in driving research that supports decarbonization strategies through improved understanding of GH systems.
Evaluation of rheological properties of guar gum-based fracturing fluids enhanced with hydroxyl group bearing thermodynamic hydrate inhibitors
Isaac Wilson, Shanker Krishna
International Journal of Biological Macromolecules, 2025
Assessing the performance of fracturing fluids integrated with amino acids as kinetic hydrate inhibitors in exceptionally low temperature environments
Isaac Wilson, Shanker Krishna
Colloids and Surfaces A Physicochemical and Engineering Aspects, 2025
Sustainable hydrate inhibition: Pectin and MEG synergy for deep-sea environments
Ankur Singh, Shanker Krishna, Ajay Suri, Lavish Kumar Singh, Isaac Wilson
Natural Gas Industry B, 2024
To ensure the continuous operation of the oil and gas industry, it is imperative to maintain an uninterrupted flow of oil and gas through pipelines and pay specific attention to preventing disruptions caused by hydrate blockages. Kinetic hydrate inhibitors (KHIs) have garnered considerable interest due to their capacity for effective hydrate prevention with minimal dosages typically ranging from 0.5 wt% to 2 wt%, guaranteeing both safety and efficiency. While some KHIs, such as amino acids and certain classes of ionic liquids, are known to be biodegradable, it is crucial to explore, develop, and thoroughly evaluate more natural and sustainable alternatives to these KHIs. This study investigated the potential of pectin as a biodegradable HI and examines its performance in synergism with monoethylene glycol (MEG). To assess its inhibitory performance, we conducted measurements of the induction time ( IT ) and hydrate nucleation temperature ( T 0 ) essential for hydrate formation under different conditions. The experimental outcomes indicated that pectin demonstrated slightly lower performance in comparison with commercial KHIs. However, its performance improved significantly when combined with a concentration of MEG. A blend of 0.25 wt% pectin and 2 wt% MEG offered an IT of 6.53 h, while poly(vinyl pyrrolidone) (PVP) and poly(vinyl caprolactam) (PVCap) at 0.25 wt% provided ITs of 4.9 h and 5.9 h, respectively. IT escalated from 2.13 h at 0 wt% MEG to 7.99 h at a MEG concentration of 5 wt%, while T 0 exhibited a notable decrease from 8.32 °C at 0 wt% MEG to 1.39 °C at 5 wt% MEG. The identified synergy between pectin and MEG in hydrate inhibition suggests substantial potential for advancing deep-sea hydrate risk management strategies in future research.
Performance evaluation of fracturing fluids in the presence of NaCl, CaCl2 and KCl as hydrate inhibitors for extremely low temperature stimulation applications
Isaac Wilson, Hitendra Patel, Hari Sreenivasan, Shanker Krishna
International Journal of Hydrogen Energy, 2024
Performance evaluation of methane hydrate inhibitor (NaCl) integrated polymer gels for extremely low temperature hydraulic fracturing applications
Isaac Wilson, Hitendra Patel, Hari Sreenivasan, Shanker Krishna
Gas Science and Engineering, 2024
Proppant transportation and placement in fractures by water and liquid nitrogen: a numerical simulation
Sanket Patel, Isaac Wilson, Hari Sreenivasan, Paul Naveen, Pawan Gupta, Shanker Krishna
Computational Particle Mechanics, 2024
Optimization of gas lift system for well performance improvement in Asmari formation: A techno-economic perspective
Hari Sreenivasan, Jash Patel, Dev Jain, Setu Patel, Isaac Wilson, Shanker Krishna
Petroleum Research, 2024
Numerical simulations of proppant transportation in cryogenic fluids: Implications on liquid helium and liquid nitrogen fracturing for subsurface hydrogen storage
Sanket Patel, Isaac Wilson, Hari Sreenivasan, Shanker Krishna
International Journal of Hydrogen Energy, 2024
Review and Perspectives of Energy-Efficient Methane Production from Natural Gas Hydrate Reservoirs Using Carbon Dioxide Exchange Technology
Isaac Wilson, Sweta Saini, Hari Sreenivasan, Chandan Sahu, Shanker Krishna, Pawan Gupta
Energy and Fuels, 2023