Yasir Bashir, Istanbul Technical University, Turkey
Publication profile
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Education and Experience
Ā Ph.D. in Petroleum GeoscienceĀ ā Universiti Teknologi PETRONAS, Malaysia
Ā Senior Lecturer/Assistant ProfessorĀ ā University of Science Malaysia (2020-2023)
Ā Assistant ProfessorĀ ā Istanbul Technical University, Turkey (2023-Present)
Ā Research ScientistĀ ā PETRONAS Center of Excellence (2015-2020)
Ā Graduate Research AssistantĀ ā Universiti Teknologi PETRONAS (2013-2015)
Ā GeophysicistĀ ā Oil & Gas Development Company Limited (OGDCL), Pakistan (2012-2013)
Suitability for Best Researcher Award
Dr. Yasir Bashir, Ph.D. in Petroleum Geoscience, is a distinguished geoscientist with over a decade of experience in industrial projects, research, and academic teaching. His notable contributions to exploration geophysics, particularly in seismic data processing, machine learning, and subsurface imaging, highlight his expertise and leadership in the field. His innovative work, including the development of seismic inversion workflows and diffraction imaging, has been instrumental in advancing geophysical research. Dr. Bashir’s collaborative efforts with renowned organizations such as PETRONAS, Hitachi, and OGDCL, coupled with his proven track record of securing research funding, mentoring young researchers, and presenting at international conferences, make him a highly deserving candidate for the Best Researcher Award.
Professional Development
Dr. Yasir Bashir has continuously advanced his expertise through professional training and workshops. His participation includes cutting-edge topics such as machine learning applications in geophysics, seismic imaging, and signal analysis. He has collaborated with international experts and attended advanced training sessions with leading organizations, including Schlumberger, CGG, and EAGE. His dedication to research and development has led him to create advanced algorithms in seismic imaging and geophysical data interpretation, making a notable impact in the oil and gas sector. His teaching and mentoring roles reflect his commitment to fostering the next generation of geophysicists. 
Research Focus
Ā Dr. Yasir Bashir’s research focus is centered onĀ seismic imaging, subsurface data processing, andĀ machine learning applicationsĀ in exploration geophysics. His work has contributed to the advancement of algorithms that enhance seismic inversion and diffraction imaging, particularly in challenging environments such as fractured basements, gas clouds, and carbonate reservoirs. His cutting-edge research aims to improve resolution in subsurface mapping, with applications in hydrocarbon exploration. Dr. Bashirās research not only enhances academic knowledge but also directly impacts the oil and gas industry’s capability to detect and assess complex geological formations.Ā 
Awards and Honors
Ā Best Paper Presentation AwardĀ ā National Geoscience Conference (NGC 2022)
Ā MOOC Challenge Consolation AwardĀ ā USM (2021)
Ā Academic Excellence AwardĀ ā Universiti Teknologi PETRONAS (2018/2019)
Ā Best Research Contributor AwardĀ ā Institute of Hydrocarbon Recovery, UTP (2018)
Ā Graduate Research Assistance ScholarshipĀ ā PRF, Malaysia (2014-2015)
Ā Certified Publons Academic Peer ReviewerĀ ā 2020/2021
Publication Top Notes
- Reconstruction of Subsurface Potential Hydrocarbon Reservoirs Through 3D Seismic Automatic Interpretation and Attribute AnalysisĀ (2024) | Yasir Bashir, Bilge Deniz Kemerli, Tuana Yılmaz, Mert Saral, Emre Can Gƶknar, Elif Korkmaz | Cited by: TBDĀ
- Cohesive approach for determining porosity and P-impedance in carbonate rocks using seismic attributes and inversion analysisĀ (2024) | Yasir Bashir, Numair Ahmed Siddiqui, Daniel Loro Morib, Amir Abbas Babasafari, Syed Haroon Ali, Qazi Sohail Imran, Abdullah Karaman | Cited by: TBDĀ
- Enhanced wave modeling & optimal plane-wave destruction (OPWD) method for diffraction separation and imagingĀ (2024) | Yasir Bashir, Umair bin Waheed, Syed Haroon Ali, Abdullah Karaman, Caner Ä°mren | Cited by: TBDĀ
- 4D Seismic Least Square Migration in Carbonates: A Case of Successful MatchingĀ (2023) | Mohamed Mahgoub, Andy Anderson Bery, Yasir Bashir, Olivier Kirstetter | Cited by: TBDĀ
- Diagenesis and sequence stratigraphy of Miocene, Nyalau Formation, Sarawak, Malaysia: A case study for clastic reservoirsĀ (2023) | Shoukat, Noureen, Syed Haroon Ali, Numair Ahmed Siddiqui, Ali Wahid, Yasir Bashir | Cited by: TBDĀ
- Eocene Kohat Formation suitability as an aggregate from Kohat Range, Sub-Himalayas, Pakistan, based on outcrop, petrographic and geotechnical propertiesĀ (2023) | Rehman, Naveed, Aman Ullah, Syed Haroon Ali, Noureen Shoukat, Syed Muhammad Ibad, Ali Wahid, Yasir Bashir, Mubashir Mehmood, Bilal Ahmad | Cited by: TBDĀ
- 4D seismic co-processing pre-stack depth migration for scarce acquisition repeatabilityĀ (2023) | Mohamed Mahgoub, Yasir Bashir, Andy Anderson Bery, Abdel Wahab Noufal | Cited by: TBDĀ
Conclusion
Dr. Yasir Bashir’s profound contributions to geophysical research, his leadership in academic and industrial settings, and his dedication to advancing seismic imaging technologies make him an outstanding candidate for the Best Researcher Award. His innovations and collaborative efforts have had a significant impact on both academia and the oil and gas industry.