We are thrilled to share that members of the Fracwave research group will be presenting cutting-edge research at the upcoming 2026 SPE Hydraulic Fracturing Technology Conference and Exhibition (HFTC), taking place February 3–5, 2026 at the Waterway Marriott Hotel & Convention Center, The Woodlands, Texas, USA.
This premier industry event brings together leading experts, scientists, and practitioners to explore advances in hydraulic fracturing technology and geomechanics.
📅 Presentations by Fracwave Researchers
1. Son Nguyen — Wed, February 4, 2026
Session: Frac Forward: Innovations in Stimulation Engineering
Time: 2:00 PM – 3:35 PM CST
Location: Waterway Ballroom 1-4
Session Focus: Innovative stimulation technologies that push the boundaries of hydraulic fracturing, geothermal stimulation, and refrac diagnostics.
🔹 Presentation Title:
Waterless Fracture Stimulation by Pulsed Power Plasma Using Nanoparticles: Experimental Insights from Sedimentary to Granite Geothermal Rocks
Authors: S. Nguyen, M. Y. Soliman, M. E. El-Tayeb, M. Adel Gabry, M. Myers (University of Houston)
Overview:
Son Nguyen will present experimental results on a waterless fracture stimulation technique using pulsed power plasma and nanoparticles, covering both sedimentary and granite geothermal rocks. This pioneering work explores environmentally friendly fracture initiation methods and lays groundwork for next-generation stimulation technologies.
2. Mohamed Gabry — Thu, February 5, 2026
Session: Complex Geomechanics and Hydraulic Fracture Interactions in Unconventional Developments
Time: 8:30 AM – 11:50 AM CST
Location: Waterway Ballroom 5-8
Session Focus: Advanced geomechanics challenges and fracture interaction phenomena shaping unconventional resource development.
🔹 Presentation Title:
Impact of Relative Stress Magnitudes and Well Orientation on Well Productivity Across Major U.S. Shale Plays: A Regional Data Analysis Study
Authors: M. A. Gabry, M. Soliman , A. Ramadan (University of Houston)
Overview:
Mohamed Gabry will present a data-driven analysis of how stress magnitudes and lateral well orientation influence well productivity across major U.S. shale plays. The study leverages regional analytics to provide actionable insights into design and planning decisions in heterogeneous stress environments.
📍 Conference Details
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Event: 2026 SPE Hydraulic Fracturing Technology Conference and Exhibition (HFTC)
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Dates: February 3–5, 2026
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Venue: Waterway Marriott Hotel & Convention Center, 1601 Lake Robbins Dr, The Woodlands, TX 77380
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Focus: Hydraulic fracturing innovations, geomechanics, stimulation engineering, diagnostics, and real-world case studies
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Organized by: Society of Petroleum Engineers (SPE)
🎓 We look forward to seeing you at these technical sessions and celebrating the impactful contributions from the Fracwave research group at HFTC 2026. If you are planning to attend, be sure to mark your calendar!
