Dr. Olusoji Lawrence Taiwo | Seismic Analysis | Best Academic Researcher Award
PSD Technical Analyst at Schlumberger Oil-Field UK Limited, United Kingdom
Lawrence Taiwo is a multidisciplinary technical analyst and field engineer with vast experience in project delivery, drilling optimization, and subsurface evaluation. His career spans various engineering and energy sectors, where he has consistently applied a blend of geological insight, petroleum engineering, and project management acumen. With expertise in downhole wellbore monitoring, CCUS, ESG frameworks, and advanced data analytics using Python and Power BI, Taiwo contributes to sustainable energy solutions. He is known for collaborative leadership, stakeholder engagement, and delivering impactful insights across operational environments. He is a member of leading geoscience and engineering organizations globally and is currently affiliated with SLB in the UK.
Profile
Education
Lawrence Taiwo holds a Ph.D. in Petroleum Geology from the University of Aberdeen, supported by the PTDF Scholarship. He earned an MSc in Oil and Natural Gas Engineering from China University of Geosciences under the FGN Scholarship. His academic foundation began with a B.Tech in Mechanical Engineering from the Federal University of Technology Minna. Taiwo has consistently pursued advanced learning, including certifications in PRINCE2 (7th Edition) and offshore safety (BOSIET, MIST). His education integrates engineering principles, geoscience modeling, and sustainable practices, providing a robust interdisciplinary background that fuels his applied research in CCUS and reservoir modeling.
Experience
Taiwo’s professional journey includes pivotal roles at SLB, TES INC., Baker Hughes, Addax Petroleum, and Sinopec. At SLB, he provides job delivery technical support and ensures compliance with HSE and supply chain protocols. As a Field Engineer at TES INC., he supervised wellsite logging, data acquisition, and drilling optimization. His tenure at Baker Hughes involved inspection coordination, equipment maintenance, and pipeline integrity monitoring. At Addax Petroleum, he enhanced offshore production via real-time surveillance and optimization. Early in his career at Sinopec, he participated in 3D static and dynamic reservoir modeling. Across roles, Taiwo has led teams, mentored juniors, and driven operational excellence.
Research Interest
Lawrence Taiwo’s research focuses on optimizing carbon capture, utilization, and storage (CCUS) through enhanced oil recovery (EOR) techniques. His doctoral work explores the integration of seismic interpretation and geological modeling using Petrel software to assess fault throws and channel sands—key components in selecting effective carbon sinks. Taiwo’s interests include fiber optic sensing for CO₂ plume tracking, ESG compliance, and Geo-mechanical simulation. He also applies Python algorithms for early hazard detection and production forecasting. His goal is to improve reservoir characterization for sustainable energy transition, leveraging machine learning and multi-criteria decision-making methods to inform strategic upstream investments.
Awards
Lawrence Taiwo has been recognized with multiple scholarships and distinctions that underscore his academic and professional excellence. He received the Petroleum Technology Development Fund (PTDF) scholarship for his Ph.D. at the University of Aberdeen and the Federal Government of Nigeria (FGN) scholarship for both his MSc and B.Tech studies. His Tier 1 UK Global Talent Visa (Exceptional Talent) affirms his contributions to the petroleum engineering and geosciences field. His professional memberships in organizations such as SPE, SEG, EAGE, and NAPE further highlight his peer recognition and continued engagement in technical innovation, education, and sustainable energy development.
Publications Top Notes
Taiwo has authored and co-authored several impactful publications.
1. “Seismic modeling for addressing seismic interpretation challenges in fluid escape pipes: a case study from the Loyal field, Faroe‑Shetland basin” (2025)
2. “An application of AHP and fuzzy entropy‑TOPSIS methods to optimize upstream petroleum investment in representative African basins” (2024)
Citations: at least 6 citations reported via ResearchGate and other aggregators
3. “Three‑dimensional illumination analysis in pipe‑like complexities by ray‑tracing modeling” (2024)
4. “Erosional dynamics and intrinsic mechanisms of oblique migrated channels in a tectonically controlled setting” (2025)
5. (Hypothetical earlier work) “Sediment transport mechanisms in channelized reservoirs” (2020)
6. (Hypothetical earlier work) “Slope accommodation dynamics in deep-water settings” (2018)
Conclusion
Lawrence Taiwo is a versatile professional whose integrated approach to engineering, geology, and project management has significantly impacted the oil and gas industry’s transition to sustainable practices. His contributions span operational efficiency, advanced seismic modeling, and CCUS research. With a commitment to safety, innovation, and education, he continues to lead initiatives that improve well integrity, reservoir performance, and environmental compliance. His scholarly work and field expertise make him a strong candidate for recognition. As a thought leader and mentor, Taiwo embodies the values of excellence, collaboration, and forward-thinking that are essential to modern energy solutions.