Laboratory of Chemical Resources
As of October 7, 2021
Basic information
Division
Sustainable Resources Engineering, Cooperative Program for Resources Engineering
* Please go to Courses to see the list of subjects offered by the division.
Laboratory's URL
http://www.eng.hokudai.ac.jp/labo/cher/index.html
Faculty members accepting applicants
Yogarajah ELAKNES (Assoc. Prof.)
About the laboratory
Description
Our research is focused on enhanced oil recovery (EOR), crude oil emulsion stability, multi-scale reservoir simulation, evaluating the physicochemical, mechanical and durability characteristics of cementitious materials, geochemical modelling, development of sustainable cementitious materials, cement chemistry, and development of multi-scale simulator to predict hydration and durability performance of concrete. Our students are trained in various experimental techniques and computer modelling. We have a strong national and international collaboration.
Organization of research
First year master students spilt their time between taking necessary courses for graduation and research activities. They are focused on acquiring fundamental knowledge on their research topic while learning various experimental techniques and simulation tools. Ph.D students are mainly focused on research activities from the first year in addition to take necessary courses for graduation. We hold weekly seminar for students to present their ongoing research activities and progress as well as to practice their presentations for conferences. Each student will present at the seminar once in two months. In addition, the students have individual or group meeting with supervisor to discuss more deeply about their research and papers. We have many experimental facilities to study inorganic chemistry, organic chemistry, solid chemistry, and electrochemistry of cementitious materials and crude oil.
Ongoing projects
Please check our website (https://www.eng.hokudai.ac.jp/labo/cher/about.html) and latest published papers.
Enrolled students' research topics
Students can continue or contribute to the current research projects. In addition, we welcome new research topics from students, but it should be fit well with our research interest.
Information for potential applicants
Applicants' background
We are looking for students with a good background in chemistry and mathematics in addition to some basic experimental skills.
How to choose a research proposal topic?
We welcome any good research proposal on cementitious materials, enhanced oil recovery and emulsion stability which have a high impact on the future research trend in the field.
Plan to accept applicants
| Application type | Enrollment semester | Master’s course | Doctoral course | Comments |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| MEXT Scholarship (Uniform call) | Oct. 2022 | 〇 | 〇 | |
| MEXT Embassy | 〇 | 〇 | ||
| e3 Special Selection | Oct. 2022 | 〇 | 〇 |
How to apply
Please follow the application procedure for the respective application category announced at the e3 web page.
Accepting Research Students
We accept applicants as Research Students prior to entering Master’s or Doctoral program. Please check the e3 web page for information about the research students. Please contact us regarding the application as a research student. Please check our lab’s web page http://www.eng.hokudai.ac.jp/labo/cher/index.html for the contact email
Availability of financial support
Please check the e3 web page for information about the scholarships and other financial support.
Inquiries
If you have any inquiries about the application and admission procedures etc., please contact the e3 office. You can submit your application on-line during the "matching period" irrespective of prior contact with potential supervisor(s).