Mahmud Muhammad Mahmud

PhD. Candidate at China University of Petroleum Beijing | Multidisciplinary Subsurface Energy Extraction and Carbon Storage.

Beijing, China

About

I am a PhD candidate in Petroleum and Natural Gas Engineering, working at the intersection of enhanced oil recovery, enhanced geothermal systems, and CCUS. My research focuses on developing economically viable pathways for CO₂ utilization in geothermal applications, with a broader goal of enabling low to zero emission oilfield operations. I am particularly interested in how subsurface flow, heat transfer, and reservoir heterogeneity interact, and how challenging conventional assumptions can lead to more efficient energy systems. With a background in gas hydrate research during my Master’s, I have developed a strong foundation in multiphase flow and subsurface modeling. I now apply these principles to geothermal and CCUS problems, where the coupling between fluid dynamics and thermal processes is critical. I work extensively with CMG for reservoir simulation, along with data analysis and scientific visualization to interpret complex system behavior and communicate results clearly. I approach research with a simple mindset, understanding fundamentals deeply is the only reliable way to challenge existing narratives and build better solutions. Frustration is not a barrier, it is part of the process.

Experience

  • Research Assistant at China University of Petroleum, Beijing
    Sep 2023 - Present · 2 yrs 11 mos

    As a research assistant, I navigate between my personal scientific research and my mentor’s long term and short term research projects. I endeavour in a continuous literature review, writing and editing across all possible ideas and concepts. I am comfortable with scientific figure conceptualisation and visualisation. Learning a new software has become part of my workflow. I focus mostly on simulation and analysis, rather than lab experiments.

  • Assistant at Lideal Mining Company
    Dec 2022 - Aug 2023 · 9 mos

    Member of the geological survey and exploration team. I was the local government liaison and community service coordinator.

  • Supplier at Self-employed
    Mar 2020 - Nov 2022 · 2 yrs 9 mos

    Raw Material Supply to expatriates in Nigeria. Import and export of commercial commodities between Nigeria and China

  • Operations Manager at Huakai Redwood Processing Company
    Dec 2017 - 2019 · 1 yr 2 mos

    Designated Chinese language interpretation to the CEO. Interpretation for Chinese Nationals within factory premises. Supervision of local workers. Procurement of raw materials. Shipping.

  • Educator at National Youth Service Corps
    Mar 2017 - Nov 2017 · 9 mos

    High School Teaching & Community Development Services