Professor Dr. Rick Chalaturnyk

Biography

Rick Chalaturnyk is a Professor in the Department of Civil and Environmental Engineering at the University of Alberta. His research focuses on geotechnical and geoenvironmental engineering, with particular emphasis on geologic storage of greenhouse gases, including carbon dioxide (CO2). He explores the geological formations' capabilities to safely and cost-effectively sequester CO2, which is crucial for carbon management strategies. His current research also emphasizes risk assessment in geological storage, reservoir geomechanics, and the geomechanical characterization of bitumen carbonates. Rick has contributed significantly to the study of steam assisted gravity drainage processes and their geomechanical implications. Additionally, he teaches courses related to soil structures and petroleum geomechanics, equipping students with essential knowledge in these critical areas of engineering.

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