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Welcome to the Geomechanics and Rock Physics (GaRP) Laboratory of the Petroleum Studies Unit, Department of Chemical Engineering, at the University of West Indies.
Our aim is to provide professional geomechanical and rock physics research and services, both regionally and internationally, utilizing state of the art innovation and cutting-edge technology. Our facilities can conduct geomechanics and reservoir characterization at subsurface conditions up to 8 km depth. The facilities are highly specialized, have a unique setup, and is the only one existing in this region (Caribbean, Central and South America).
Funding Acknowledgement
The Geomechanics and Rock Physics Laboratory facilities were commissioned in January 2019 thanks to funding from the following bodies/entities:
Ministry of Energy and Energy Industries, Trinidad and Tobago
Petroleum Geoscience Programme, The University of the West Indies, St. Augustine Campus
Department of Chemical Engineering, The University of the West Indies, St. Augustine Campus
Engineering Institute, The University of the West Indies, St. Augustine Campus
Campus Research and Publication Fund, The University of the West Indies, St. Augustine Campus
Faculty of Engineering, The University of the West Indies, St. Augustine Campus