Origin and reservoir characteristics of gas shales and coalbed methane

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The objective of my ongoing research is to establish factors that affect the distribution, abundance and composition of organic matter in sedimentary rocks and the potential for storage and production of gas in organic rich strata (coalbed methane and gas shales). My research program integrates and applies novel experimental laboratory and analytical methodologies and study of recent organic rich deposits to the interpretation of ancient strata. During the next five years the overall theme of my ongoing research program will continue but will further incorporate geomechanical studies with our recognition that the gas storage and flow properties of unconventional gas reservoirs is closely linked to the mechanical stratigraphy of the rocks. During the next five years my research program will comprise: