MSRL Booth Talk and Happy Hour
Wednesday, Aug. 28 | 3:10 PM - 6:00 PM | Booth #1017
Facies Characterization and Reservoir Attributes of the Late Pennsylvanian Wolfcamp D, Midland Basin, Texas
Wednesday | 3:10 PM | Booth #1017
The Late Pennsylvanian Wolfcamp D (i.e., Cline Shale) in the Midland Basin, Texas is an organic matter-rich mudrock that can be subdivided into the underlying Canyon and the overlying Penn-Cisco subunits. The primary objective of this research is to develop a high-resolution facies model for the Wolfcamp D across the Midland Basin that integrates lithologic core descriptions, high resolution X-ray fluorescence core scanning, and core-plug analyses into a basin-scale stratigraphic framework built on wireline log correlations. Data from eight cores are integrated in this study, with formation tops for the Strawn, Canyon, and top of Wolfcamp D picked on 3000+ wireline logs across the Midland Basin.
Research Objectives:
- stratigraphic correlation of Wolfcamp D subunits across the Midland Basin Canyon (three subunits) and Cisco (three subunits)
- Expand the work of Tucker Hentz (2017) and Brown et al. (1990) into the Midland Basin
- Comparison of Eastern Shelf facies to basin-center facies
- Integration of core-based facies descriptions, high resolution X-ray fluorescence core scanning, and wireline log response curves
About the Speaker
Dr. Toti Larson, Research Associate and Principal Investigator, MSRL and the BEG, University of Texas at Austin
Toti E. Larson is a Research Associate Professor and the Principal Investigator of the Mudrock Systems Research Laboratory (MSRL) at the Bureau of Economic Geology, University of Texas at Austin. With over 20 years of experience in geochemistry and subsurface geology, he leads research initiatives that focus on characterizing unconventional reservoirs and advancing our understanding of mudrock systems.
Since taking the helm of the MSRL in 2019, Larson has collaborated with energy companies to identify knowledge gaps and develop innovative subsurface characterization projects. His research integrates geochemistry, geology, and machine learning to create predictive models for subsurface characterization. Notably, Larson developed CorePy, an open-source Python package designed for sharing subsurface characterization tools and workflows.
Larson has a strong background in stable isotope geochemistry, gas chromatography, and X-ray fluorescence analysis. He is also skilled in data science, utilizing tools such as Python and MATLAB for statistical analysis and machine learning applications.
His contributions to the field have been recognized with awards such as the Jules Braunstein Memorial Award from the American Association of Petroleum Geologists in 2019. Additionally, he has served in various leadership roles, including President of the Austin Geological Society and Technical Chair for multiple conferences.
Larson's work not only enhances academic research but also fosters collaboration between academia and industry, making significant strides in the understanding of subsurface resources.
MSRL Curate Happy Hour
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After the talk, join us for a Happy Hour Celebration at the Ikon Science booth.
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- Engaging Conversations: Discuss the future of geoscience data management and share your thoughts on the innovative Curate platform.
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