Post doctoral Researcher | King Fahd University of Petroleum & Minerals | Saudi Arabia
Dr. Amro Othman, a faculty member at King Fahd University of Petroleum and Minerals, is an accomplished researcher whose work bridges fundamental science and industrial application in energy and fluid–rock interactions. His scholarship focuses on sustainable hydraulic fracturing fluids, chelating agents, and polymer rheology, with a strong emphasis on seawater-based and eco-friendly solutions. Through publications in Polymers, ACS Omega, and Energy & Fuels, Dr. Othman has advanced understanding of fluid–rock compatibility, kerogen properties, and AI-driven optimization of fracturing fluids. His Google Scholar record reflects his growing impact, with 112 citations, an h-index of 7, and an i10-index of 5. Notably, his most cited article, Chelating Agents Usage in Optimization of Fracturing Fluid Rheology Prepared from Seawater (Polymers, 2021), has garnered over 24 citations, while his subsequent studies on seawater-based fluid rheology and polymer–ion interactions continue to shape the field. Beyond publications, Dr. Othman has contributed to industry practice through conference papers and collaborative projects with major energy companies, reinforcing the practical relevance of his research. His leadership extends to mentoring, peer reviewing, and engaging in high-value interdisciplinary initiatives. Collectively, his innovative research trajectory, academic recognition, and applied contributions underscore his standing as a leading voice in petroleum engineering and materials science.
Profiles: ORCID | Google Scholar
Featured Publications
1. Othman, A., Aljawad, M. S., Mahmoud, M., Kamal, M. S., Patil, S., & Bataweel, M. (2021). Chelating agents usage in optimization of fracturing fluid rheology prepared from seawater. Polymers, 13(13), 2111.
2. Othman, A., Aljawad, M. S., Kamal, M. S., Mahmoud, M., Patil, S., & Alkhowaildi, M. (2022). Rheological study of seawater-based fracturing fluid containing polymer, crosslinker, and chelating agent. ACS Omega, 7(31), 31318–31326.
3. Othman, A., AlSulaimani, M., Aljawad, M. S., Sangaru, S. S., Kamal, M. S., & Mahmoud, M. (2022). The synergetic impact of anionic, cationic, and neutral polymers on VES rheology at high-temperature environment. Polymers, 14(6), 1145.
4. Othman, A., Glatz, G., Aljawad, M. S., Alafnan, S., Alarifi, S. A., & Al Ramadan, M. (2022). Review of Kerogen’s geomechanical properties: Experiments and molecular simulation. ACS Omega, 7(37), 32650–32661.
5. Othman, A., Tariq, Z., Aljawad, M. S., Yan, B., & Kamal, M. S. (2023). Enhancing fracturing fluid viscosity in high salinity water: A data-driven approach for prediction and optimization. Energy & Fuels, 37(17), 13065–13079.