Obaremi Francis Ufuoma

Application of Nanoparticles in Enhanced Oil Recovery: A Review of Recent Progress

Ehwarieme Favour Omoyoma, Edema Oforitsenere Shadrach, Nwankwo Princess Christiana, Cleophas Joshua & Obaremi Francis Ufuoma · Journal of Engineering Research and Reports · 2026

Enhanced oil recovery (EOR) remains a critical strategy for maximising hydrocarbon extraction from mature reservoirs, where conventional primary and secondary methods typically leave 60–70% of original oil in place (OOIP). Nanoparticles—engineered materials with at least one dime...