Abstract submission is open for the 15th International Conference on Petroleum Phase Behavior and Fouling to be held from June 8 – 12, 2014 in Galveston, Texas at the San Luis Resort Spa & Conference Center. PetroPhase is a premier conference dedicated to the study of the chemistry and properties of petroleum fluids and their affect on producing, processing, and refining in the upstream, mid-stream, and downstream industries. The conference was first started in 1999 as “The International Conference on Petroleum Phase Behavior & Fouling” and has since evolved into an annual event alternating venues among international cities with organization of the conference traditionally handled by different volunteer organizations. Baker Hughes and Rice University are proud to continue the tradition in organizing PetroPhase 2014. Authors are invited to submit abstracts for oral or poster presentations online by March 3, 2014 through www.petrophase2014.com. An announcement opening registration will be sent shortly. Further, we recommend that you book your hotel room as soon as possible at the beautiful San Luis Resort, Spa & Conference Center by calling 1-800-392-5937 and provide the discount code of PetroPhase 2014. The conference rate of $159 per night is guaranteed through May 1. Major topics for the conference include: Petroleum Chemistry – Analysis and characterization of petroleum chemical species including asphaltenes, resins, waxes, and naphthenates. Petroleum Properties – Phase equilibria, physical properties, physical & chemical associations, fluid interactions, etc. Emulsions / Wettability – From fundamental studies and field experience in the understanding and handling of oil-in-water and/or water-in-oil emulsions issues in production and processing operations for petroleum production and refining to the effects of wettability and interfacial properties between crude oil, brine, and formation mineralogy in the reservoir. Flow Assurance – From fundamental studies to field experience in the understanding and management of flow assurance issues related to wax, asphaltenes, and naphthenic acid salts. Upgrading & Fouling in Refining – From fundamental studies to field experience in the understanding and management of fouling from asphaltenes, coking, and long chain polymerization (gum deposits) in heat exchangers, furnaces, and other refinery units. Shale Oil & Gas - It is anticipated that PetroPhase 2014 will also include a special session related to Shale Oil & Gas petroleum fluids. The technical committee is planning exciting presentations from leading experts in academia, national laboratories, and industry on the latest science and engineering related to petroleum characterization, production, processing, and refining. Exhibits from scientific equipment vendors will also be on display. In addition to the exciting technical conference, you will have ample opportunities to interact with colleagues while enjoying the beaches and historic downtown Strand on Galveston Island as well as the luxury of the San Luis Resort Spa & Conference Center. For further information, please visit the conference website at www.petrophase2014.com. The organizing committee looks forward to welcoming you to the 15th International Conference on Petroleum Phase Behavior and Fouling, June 8 – 12, 2014 in Galveston, Texas at the San Luis Resort Spa & Conference Center. Sincerely, Walter G. Chapman David W. Jennings PetroPhase 2014 Co-Chairman PetroPhase 2014 Co-Chairman Rice University Baker Hughes Chemical & Biomolecular Engineering Chemical & Industrial Services

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