UFAZ Graduate Sarvar Mammadov Earns PhD Degree

Sarvar Mammadov, a graduate of the French-Azerbaijani University (UFAZ), has earned a PhD degree in Geophysics/Rock Physics from the University of Strasbourg (Unistra), France.

Sarvar Mammadov completed both his Bachelor's and Master's degrees at UFAZ. In 2023, he received a scholarship under the “2019-2023 State Programme for Increasing the International Competitiveness of the Higher Education System in the Republic of Azerbaijan” and began his doctoral studies at the University of Strasbourg. On October 16, he successfully defended his PhD thesis entitled “Deformation, Failure and Fluid Flow of Carbonates Around Geothermal Sites in Alsace”.

His research focused on studying the physical, petrophysical and mechanical properties of the Grande Oolithe (GO) carbonate rock formation, dating back to the Middle Jurassic period and located in the Upper Rhine Graben in France. Considered a potential geothermal reservoir, this formation was studied in terms of its pore structure, mechanical stability and permeability under different pressure conditions.

The research examined the microstructural and physical properties of the rocks, their mechanical behaviour under different stress conditions, failure mechanisms and changes in permeability. It also explored time-dependent rock deformation (creep) and its impact on permeability.

The findings provide a deeper understanding of the mechanical and hydraulic behaviour of the Grande Oolithe Formation and contribute to assessing its potential for geothermal energy production.

We congratulate Dr Sarvar Mammadov on this important academic achievement and wish him continued success in his future research and professional career!