Dr. Yang Gao | Seismic Analysis Awards | Best Scholar Award

Dr. Yang Gao | Seismic Analysis Awards | Best Scholar Award 

Dr. Yang Gao, Shale Gas Research Institute, Petro China Southwest Oil and Gas field Company, China

Yang Gao is a PhD candidate in Geophysics at China University of Petroleum – Beijing, specializing in exploration geophysics under the supervision of Professor Guofa Li. His research focuses on advanced seismic data processing techniques, including low-frequency extrapolation, resolution enhancement, and seismic inversion using deep learning methodologies. Yang holds a Master’s degree in Geological Resources and Geological Engineering, also from China University of Petroleum – Beijing, where he conducted research on seismic facies interpretation with CNN-based encoder-decoder networks. He completed his Bachelor’s degree in Applied Geophysics at Yangtze University, where he developed a thesis on Q factor estimation based on post-stack seismic data. Yang has actively contributed to several significant research projects and has published extensively in leading journals, highlighting his expertise in deep learning applications in geophysics and seismic signal processing. He has received multiple academic honors, including the Doctoral National Scholarship and the first prize at the “Oriental Cup” National University Student Exploration Geophysics Competition. Fluent in English and a member of the European Association of Geoscientists and Engineers (EAGE), Yang is also skilled in programming languages such as Python and Matlab, and various geophysical software tools.

Professional Profile:

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Suitability of Yang Gao for the Best Scholar Award

Yang Gao is a highly qualified candidate for the Best Scholar Award, distinguished by his significant contributions to the field of geophysics, particularly in exploration geophysics. His educational background, research experience, and publications demonstrate his commitment to advancing knowledge in seismic signal processing and deep learning applications within geophysics.

Education 🎓

  • PhD in Geophysics (Exploration Geophysics)
    China University of Petroleum – Beijing, Beijing, China (2020–2024)

    • Supervisor: Guofa Li
    • Research Focus: Low-frequency extrapolation, resolution enhancement, and seismic inversion using deep learning.
  • Master in Geological Resources and Geological Engineering (Exploration Geophysics)
    China University of Petroleum – Beijing, Beijing, China (2018–2020)

    • Supervisor: Guofa Li
    • Research: Seismic facies interpretation with CNN-based encoder-decoder networks.
  • Bachelor in Applied Geophysics
    Yangtze University, Wuhan, China (2014–2018)

    • Thesis: Q factor estimation based on post-stack seismic data.

Research Interests 🔍

  • Deep learning applications in geophysics
  • Seismic signal processing
  • Seismic inversion

Research Experience 💡

  • Key Research Member: Research on high-resolution processing methods for deep fusion of multi-source information (Ministry of Science and Technology of the People’s Republic of China, 2019–2024).
  • Key Research Member: Adaptive recognition and absorption attenuation correction of source-consistent Q-wavelet signals (National Natural Science Foundation, 2020).
  • Principal Investigator: Multi-wave reflection interference correction based on adaptive spatial inversion structure (National Natural Science Foundation, 2018).
  • Principal Investigator: Parameterization method for geophysical exploration in Block II, Pengdong Oilfield (CNPC Penglai Oilfield, 2022).
  • Key Research Member: Technology for controlling noise of non-stationary compression waves (CNPC East Geophysical Exploration Company, 2021).
  • Key Research Member: Multiple wave processing technology for shallow marine areas (CNPC East Geophysical Exploration Company, 2019).

Honors and Awards 🏆

  • 2020–2024: The Doctoral First Prize Academic Scholarship, China University of Petroleum – Beijing
  • 2021: First prize at the “Oriental Cup” National University Student Exploration Geophysics Competition
  • 2022: Doctoral National Scholarship, China University of Petroleum – Beijing

Skills 💻

  • Programming: Python, Matlab, C
  • Software: GeoEast, Petrel, Jason, HRS, Madagascar; Pytorch, TensorFlow, Keras
  • Research Tools: Linux, LaTeX, MS Office
  • Languages: Chinese (native), English (fluent)

Publication Top Notes

Structurally-Constrained Unsupervised Deep Learning for Seismic High-Resolution Reconstruction

Deep learning for high-resolution multichannel seismic impedance inversion

Deep Learning Vertical Resolution Enhancement Considering Features of Seismic Data

Incorporating Structural Constraint Into the Machine Learning High-Resolution Seismic Reconstruction

 

Mr. Menno Buisman | Geophysics Award | Best Researcher Award

Mr. Menno Buisman | Geophysics Award | Best Researcher Award

Mr. Menno Buisman, Delft University of Technology, Netherlands

Menno Buisman is an accomplished geophysicist specializing in distributed acoustic sensing for sediment monitoring using passive noise. Currently pursuing a Ph.D. at Delft University of Technology, Menno’s research focuses on innovative techniques for monitoring water depths in ports and waterways. He has a strong academic background with a Joint M.Sc. in Applied Geophysics from Delft University of Technology, ETH Zürich, and RWTH Aachen University, where he conducted significant research on the seismic analysis of fluid mud. Menno’s professional experience includes developing cutting-edge monitoring techniques for infrastructure health and high voltage soil coverage at TenneT and the Municipality of Rotterdam. His expertise extends to signal processing, seismic data analysis, and the use of state-of-the-art technologies like Python, ProMAX, and Matlab. Menno is also a passionate dancer and instructor of salsa and bachata, balancing his technical prowess with creative expression. He has been recognized for his contributions to the field, including winning the Best Conference Paper award at Metrosea2023 IEEE.

Professional Profile

Education 📚🏅

2020 – 2024 (Expected)
PhD Candidate
Delft University of Technology, The Netherlands

  • Thesis: “Monitoring the water depth in ports and waterways using distributed acoustic sensing”
  • Supervisor: Dr. D. Draganov

2017 – 2019
Joint M.Sc. in Applied Geophysics
Delft University of Technology, ETH Zürich, RWTH Aachen University

  • Thesis: “Seismic analysis of fluid mud: Detection of shear parameters in fluid mud and the relation between seismic velocities and yield stresses.”

2014 – 2017
B.Sc. in Earth Sciences and Economics
Free University, Amsterdam, The Netherlands

  • Thesis: “A post cost-benefit analysis of sand nourishment on the Walcheren coastline.”

Work Experience 💼🔍

February 2024 – Present
Geophysicist
TenneT, Arnhem

  • Developing new monitoring techniques for high voltage soil coverage and partial discharges.
  • Creating pilots and surveys for offshore windmill park cable integrity.
  • Writing policy documents for monitoring AC high voltage powerlines.

January 2024 – Present
Consultant
Municipality of Rotterdam, Rotterdam

  • Innovating infrastructure health monitoring using distributed acoustic sensing.
  • Developing and testing new methods for continuous infrastructure health monitoring.

December 2019 – December 2023
iPhD Candidate
Port of Rotterdam, Rotterdam

  • Innovating nautical depth monitoring techniques for ports and waterways.
  • Testing new methods using Distributed Acoustic Sensing.
  • Conducting market analysis for Distributed Acoustic Sensing interrogator acquisition.

April 2019 – August 2019
Research Intern
Port of Rotterdam, Rotterdam

  • Experimenting with fluid mud shear stress development.
  • Monitoring pressure-wave and shear-wave velocity changes in fluid mud.

IT Skills 💻📊

  • Python 3
  • ProMAX
  • MS Office

Publications Notes:📄

Near real-time nautical depth mapping via horizontal optical fibers and distributed acoustic sensing

Monitoring tidal water-column changes in ports using distributed acoustic sensing

Natural and artificial fractures response characterisation in large-size samples using distributed acoustic sensing technology

Monitoring water column and sediments using DAS

Continuous monitoring of the depth of the water-mud interface using distributed acoustic sensing

WATER-DEPTH ESTIMATION USING PROPELLER NOISE BY DISTRIBUTED ACOUSTIC SENSING