Mr. Tianhao Bai | Nanoscience Awards | Best Researcher Award

Mr. Tianhao Bai , The University of Adelaide , Australia

Kelvin Bai is a highly motivated candidate in Mining and Petroleum Engineering with a Master of Philosophy (MPhil) in the field from the University of Adelaide, where he also completed a Bachelor of Engineering in Civil & Structural Engineering. His research focuses on the impact of high salinity water on shale fracture permeability, and he has collaborated with Stanford University on significant oil and gas reservoir studies. Kelvin’s professional experience includes a research role at the Advanced Core Analysis Laboratory and cost control internships at Poly Developments & Holdings. He has also gained valuable skills in retail and construction, showcasing his adaptability and leadership. Fluent in Mandarin and English, Kelvin actively engages in community service and has been recognized for his innovative contributions in rock mechanics at the 58th US Rock Mechanics/Geomechanics Symposium.

Professional Profile:

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🎓Education:

Kelvin Bai is currently pursuing a Master of Philosophy (MPhil) in Mining and Petroleum Engineering at The University of Adelaide, with an expected completion date of July 2024. His research thesis is titled “The Impact of High Salinity Water on Shale Fracture Permeability Evolution.” Kelvin is affiliated with the Australian School of Petroleum, Stanford University, and the American Rock Mechanics Association (ARMA). He previously earned a Bachelor of Engineering (Honors) in Civil & Structural Engineering from The University of Adelaide in December 2020. His final year project, “Monitoring Mine Roof Structural Health Using Piezoelectric Transducers,” was recognized with an invitation to the E-Commerce Awards Lunch for exceptional business model design.

🏢Work Experience:

Kelvin Bai is currently a Researcher at the Advanced Core Analysis Laboratory in Adelaide, SA, where he has been since January 2023. In this role, he has conducted research on the effects of drilling fluid penetration on reservoir rock and has led collaborative projects with Stanford University, analyzing extensive stratigraphic data. Previously, from May 2022 to December 2023, Kelvin worked as a Services Team Member at Coles Group in Glenside, SA. There, he contributed to store operations, developed training modules, and played a key role in improving store cleanliness ratings. Before this, he was a Cost Control Intern at Poly Developments & Holdings (Poly Australia) in Melbourne, VIC, from December 2019 to March 2020, where he assisted with the financial oversight of construction projects, managed project costs, and engaged in strategic negotiations.

🏆Awards and Recognition:

Kelvin Bai has been recognized for his innovative experimental methodologies in rock mechanics and geomechanics with an invitation to the 58th US Rock Mechanics/Geomechanics Symposium (ARMA) in Golden, Colorado, in June 2024. This prestigious invitation highlights his significant contributions to the field and underscores his role in advancing research and knowledge in rock mechanics and geomechanics.

Publication Top Notes:

Permeability Evolution of Shale during High-Ionic-Strength Water Sequential Imbibition