Khadka, Kumar, Si-Jie Han, Shu-Xun Sang, Jun-Jie He, Upendra Baral, Saunak Bhandari, Debashish Mondal, Xiao-Zhi Zhou, Shi-Qi Liu, 2026. Impacts of Himalayan tectonism on Eocene gas shale and its pore structure within the Lesser Himalayas, Nepal: Insights for shale gas accumulation and preservation. Petroleum Science 23 (1), 103–126. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.petsci.2025.09.026.

Liu, Zhuo, Jin-Qiang Tian, Fang Hao, Yong-Li Liu, Meng-Ting Hang, Fei-Fei Yuan, Fu-Yun Cong, 2026. Differential hydrocarbon enrichment in Ordovician strata controlled by intra-cratonic ultra-deep strike-slip fault movements, eastern Shunbei area, Tarim Basin, China: Constraints from in-situ calcite U-Pb dating and fluid inclusions. Petroleum Science 23 (1), 84–102. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.petsci.2025.09.022.

Lin, Zi-Zhi, Qin-Hong Hu, Na Yin, Yu-Shan Du, Jing Chao, Guang-Lei Zhang, Song-Tao Wu, 2026. Organic and inorganic pore networks in medium- to low-maturity shale: Insights from SEM analysis of Shahejie Formation in the Dongying Sag. Petroleum Science 23 (1), 69–83. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.petsci.2025.09.018.

Wang, Yang, Han-Yu Zhang, Yan-Ming Zhu, Hao-Ran Chen, Zhi-Xuan Wang, Jia-Le Li, 2026. Examining the mechanisms of rebound evolution of various pore types in Longmaxi Formation shale using shale triaxial creep experiments. Petroleum Science 23 (1), 52–68. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.petsci.2025.09.016.

Pei, Zi-Geng, Guang-Lei Cui, Yong-Ting Duan, Yu-Ling Tan, Derek Elsworth, Wang-Xing Cheng, Ning-Liang Sun, Zhe-Jun Pan, 2026. Multiscale anisotropic mechanical properties of oil shale: New insights from nanoindentation profiling. Petroleum Science 23 (1), 33–51. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.petsci.2025.09.011.

Wang, Jun-Jie, Peng-Fei Zhang, Shuang-Fang Lu, Wei-Zheng Gao, Neng-Wu Zhou, Wen-Biao Li, Guo-Hui Chen, 2026. Insight into porosity of shale oil reservoirs: Comparison of helium, low-temperature nitrogen adsorption−desorption, and nuclear magnetic resonance methods. Petroleum Science 23 (1), 17–32. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.petsci.2025.09.004.

Qiao, Yi-Ting, Rui Liu, Shang Xu, Jun-Wei Pu, Fang Hao, Tong-Tong Luo, Ke-Xuan Li, Xiu-Cheng Tan, Wei-Ming Chen, Yu-Feng Tang, 2026. Shale pore modification induced by syncline bending in the Eastern Fold Belt of Sichuan Basin, South China. Petroleum Science 23 (1), 1–16. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.petsci.2025.09.002.

Wang, Jing, Qing-Qing Li, Li-Jun Gao, Zong-Jie Li, Li-Yun Fu, 2026. Full-waveform inversion constrained by adaptive sonic logging data within a Bayesian framework. Petroleum Science 23 (1), 205–219. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.petsci.2025.11.006.

Chang, Zhi-Miao, Fu-Xing Han, Zheng-Hui Gao, Zhang-Qing Sun, Shou-Dong Huo, Gang Li, Ming Zhang, 2026. Fast beam migration capable of dealing with intersecting events. Petroleum Science 23 (1), 190–204. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.petsci.2025.10.024.

Chai, Yi-Bo, Feng Zhang, Tao Xu, Zhen Zou, Xiang-Yang Li, 2026. Characterization of multiple fractured layers using a rock-physics-based shear wave splitting analysis: Application to four-component VSP. Petroleum Science 23 (1), 178–189. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.petsci.2025.09.038.

Zhang, Jian, Hui Sun, Xing-Guo Huang, Li Han, Yan-Song Li, 2026. Joint physics and model-guided pre-stack seismic inversion using double dual neural network. Petroleum Science 23 (1), 157–177. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.petsci.2025.09.008.

Guo, Yu-Hang, Wan-Ying Wang, Bao-Zhi Pan, Shuai Liu, Jin-Song Gong, Li-Hua Zhang, Jia-Yi Zuo, Yun-Xiang Gao, Xin-Ru Wang, Rui-Yi Han, 2026. Study on the conductive mechanism and saturation model of continental shale oil reservoirs with complex mineral composition. Petroleum Science 23 (1), 143–156. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.petsci.2025.08.021.

Zhou, Shuang-Shuang, Xing-Yao Yin, Kun Li, Ya-Ming Yang, 2026. Improved probabilistic seismic AVO inversion constrained by instantaneous phase using quadratic PP-reflectivity approximation and IA2RMS-Gibbs algorithm. Petroleum Science 23 (1), 127–142. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.petsci.2025.08.014.

Maciel, R-S, F-A-R Pereira, E-J Soares, C Scandian, J-R-C Proveti, R-P Cosmo, R-F Fejoli, H-E-P Schluter, A-L Martins, 2026. Unraveling the hydrodynamic effects on calcium carbonate scaling behavior under high-temperature and high-pressure CO2 degassing. Petroleum Science 23 (1), 434–446. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.petsci.2025.09.040.

Li, Dao-Xiong, Yang Bai, Cheng Wang, Na Su, Ling-Feng Wu, Deng Gu, Yu-Fen Zhai, Ping-Ya Luo, 2026. Interfacial plugging of shale microfractures using functionalized graphene oxide with high dispersion stability under harsh conditions. Petroleum Science 23 (1), 422–433. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.petsci.2025.09.030.

Abu Zaid, Nansee-S-K, Aaminah Johar, Mustafa-S Nasser, Khaled-A Mahmoud, Sagheer-A Onaizi, 2026. Formulation, stability, and synergistic characteristics of diesel-in-water Pickering emulsions stabilized by titanium carbide (Ti3C2Tx) MXene and Tween 40. Petroleum Science 23 (1), 393–421. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.petsci.2025.10.013.

Zhang, Jiong, Hong-Gen Tan, Tao Zhang, Ying-Qi Gao, Hong-Bin Cheng, Hong-Yu Li, Dao-Yi Zhu, 2026. New injection method using composite gel system and gel breaker to improve sweep efficiency and mitigate formation damage. Petroleum Science 23 (1), 383–392. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.petsci.2025.10.016.

Jiang, Xiu-Chao, Xiao-Hu Dong, Hao Zhang, Tian-Yang Yin, Hui-Qing Liu, 2026. Performance of steam injection process in layered heavy oil reservoirs: An experimental and numerical investigation. Petroleum Science 23 (1), 365–382. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.petsci.2025.09.041.

Fan, Dong-Yan, Can Yang, Hai Sun, Jun Yao, Xia Yan, Lei Zhang, Cun-Qi Jia, Gloire Imani, Si-Cen Lai, Liang Zhou, 2026. Production performance of a post-fracturing elastoplastic model for deep shale gas reservoirs. Petroleum Science 23 (1), 350–364. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.petsci.2025.10.005.

Jia, Pin, Quan-Yu Pan, Jia Li, Jiang-Peng Hu, Yu-Cheng Wu, Lin-Song Cheng, 2026. A novel semi-analytical model for pressure transient analysis of fault-controlled fractured-caved gas reservoirs and field applications. Petroleum Science 23 (1), 332–349. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.petsci.2025.11.002.

Wang, Heng, Chun-Yu He, Yu-Chen Xin, Hai-Yan Zhu, Zhi-Wu Li, Vladimir Alvarado, Lei Wang, 2026. Insights into the evolution of pore structure and novel stress sensitivity determination of porosity-permeability in unconventional rocks. Petroleum Science 23 (1), 317–331. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.petsci.2025.10.023.

Gong, Xun, Zhi-Jun Jin, Xin-Hua Ma, Yu-Yang Liu, Yan-Jun Guo, Mei-Zhu Wang, 2026. Investigating the effect of the shale bedding structure on hydraulic fracture propagation behavior on the basis of a coupled thermal–hydraulic–mechanical numerical model. Petroleum Science 23 (1), 297–316. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.petsci.2025.10.020.

Paswan, Bhola-Kumar, Smruti Naik, Puja Hansdah, Sidharth Gautam, 2026. Development of mahua oil (Madhuca indica) methyl ester based drilling mud as a sustainable alternative to oil based mud for unconventional reservoirs. Petroleum Science 23 (1), 278–296. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.petsci.2025.12.019.

Guo, Da, Ling Chen, Jia-Nan Li, Le Zhao, Yi-Wei Zhang, Ding-Ming Wang, Xin Fang, Zhi-Qiang He, Lin Dai, He-Ping Xie, 2026. In-situ pressure-preserved coring for deep resources exploration: A novel pressure sealing subsystem and its service performance. Petroleum Science 23 (1), 262–277. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.petsci.2025.10.031.

Zeng, Ming-Yong, Hang-Yu Zhou, 2026. Hydrodynamics characteristics of rough-walled self-propping shale fractures: from microscale morphology to macroscale hydraulic response. Petroleum Science 23 (1), 245–261. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.petsci.2025.10.015.

Sun, Jin-Sheng, Ting Liao, Yu-Xi Ji, Hang Li, Yuan-Zhi Qu, Xian-Bin Huang, Kai-He Lv, Yu-Cai Luo, Bo Zhang, Jian Li, 2026. Biomimetic inspired superhydrophobic nanofluids: Enhancing wellbore stability and reservoir protection in shale drilling. Petroleum Science 23 (1), 236–244. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.petsci.2025.10.006.

Suo, Yu, Xian-Hang Wei, Yan-Jie Zhao, Ying-Jie Wei, Shuo Miao, Yang Zhao, You-Qing Zhu, Bin Huang, 2026. Simulation analysis of hydraulic fracture initiation and propagation mechanisms under mixed-mode and reservoir fracturing. Petroleum Science 23 (1), 220–235. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.petsci.2025.09.025.

Wang, Ying-Ying, Yun-Di Liu, Ze-Qing Lin, Hai-Bo Sun, Zhuo Cheng, Ke Wang, Ding-Wen Huang, 2026. Particle dynamics and wear characteristics of lining layers in curved non-metallic flexible pipes for deep-sea mining. Petroleum Science 23 (1), 447–463. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.petsci.2025.11.015.

Xu, Lingjun, Adnan Khan, Sarah-A Aqeel, Tingyue Gu, 2026. Monitoring oil pipeline microbiologically influenced corrosion (MIC) and its mitigation using a biofilm/MIC test kit. Petroleum Science 23 (1), 486–495. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.petsci.2025.08.027.

Zhang, Chuan-Hao, Qi Dong, Fei Wang, Ning-Yue Lu, Feng Yu, Bin-Bin Fan, Rui-Feng Li, 2026. Insight into the impact of the Al distribution in ZSM-5 zeolite on deep hydrogenation of phenanthrene over Pt/HZSM-5. Petroleum Science 23 (1), 475–485. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.petsci.2025.09.017.

Lv, Ming-Zhu, Yun-Peng Zhao, Min Wang, Cheng-Xiu Wang, Xing-Ying Lan, Jin-Sen Gao, Xiao-Gang Shi, 2026. CFD study on gas-solid hydrodynamics during the scale-up of high-density circulating fluidized bed. Petroleum Science 23 (1), 464–474. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.petsci.2025.11.050.

Shang, Yi-Han, Gang Lei, Xiao-Yu Yuan, Ke-Yi Wang, Kai-Xuan Qiu, 2026. Development of an innovative permeability model for hydrate-bearing sediments under creep conditions: Effects of particle shape and non-uniform particle distribution. Petroleum Science 23 (1), 524–540. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.petsci.2025.11.018.

Zhang, Yi-Fan, Sen-Bo Xiao, Zhi-Liang Zhang, Jian-Ying He, 2026. Unveiling the role of residual structure in hydrate secondary formation through molecular dynamics simulations. Petroleum Science 23 (1), 514–523. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.petsci.2025.11.017.

Wang, Bo, Shu-Yuan Deng, Hao Zeng, Feng-Peng Lai, Qing Feng, Xiao-Nan Li, Yue-Hui She, Fan Zhang, 2026. Synthesis of biopolymer nanocomposites and experimental investigation on enhanced oil recovery. Petroleum Science 23 (1), 496–513. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.petsci.2025.08.020.