Nanoparticle-based stimulation fluid and methods of use in subterranean formations

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Compositions of nanoparticle-based stimulation fluids and methods of use for acid diversion from high permeability zones into low permeability zones to achieve deep penetration of wormholes in subterranean formations, such as carbonate formations. Certain embodiments include a gel precursor composition comprising metal oxide nanoparticles, such as silicon dioxide nanoparticles as a gelling agent, and magnesium chloride.

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THE BOARD OF REGENTS OF THE UNIVERSITY OF OKLAHOMA660 PARRINGTON OVAL ROOM 119 NORMAN OK 73019

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Abdelfatah, Elsayed R Calgary, CA 1 0
Bang, Sangho Durham, US 3 6
Harwell, Jeffrey H Norman, US 31 730
Pournik, Maysam Mission, US 1 0
Shiau, Bor Jier Norman, US 6 28

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