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Ahmed Gowida

Brief Biography

Ahmed Gowida is an assistant professor in the Department of Petroleum and Energy Engineering at The American University in Cairo. He holds a Doctor of Philosophy in petroleum engineering from King Fahd University of Petroleum and Minerals, where he subsequently served as a postdoctoral fellow. His research focuses on intelligent and automated drilling systems, AI-driven solutions for the energy industry, sustainable drilling fluids, low-carbon well construction and geothermal drilling technologies, to advance safer, more efficient and sustainable energy development. He has authored and co-authored more than 40 technical publications and contributed to the development of multiple patented technologies. Gowida is a certified instructor from the International Association of Drilling Contractors and a recipient of several international and regional awards. He is also actively engaged in the Society of Petroleum Engineers' international committees and programs, contributing to technical initiatives, student development, mentorship and professional service.

Research Interest

  • Drilling and well engineering

  • AI-driven solutions for the energy industry

  • Drilling fluids and well cementing

  • Geothermal and low-carbon energy technologies

Education
  • Doctor of Philosophy in Petroleum Engineering, King Fahd University of Petroleum and Minerals
  • Master of Science in Petroleum Engineering, King Fahd University of Petroleum and Minerals
  • Bachelor of Science in Petroleum Engineering, Suez University
  • Gowida, A., Shah, J. P. and Elkatatny, S. (2026). "Foam Systems for Underbalanced and Geothermal Drilling: A Critical Review of Stability Challenges and Research Frontiers." Journal of Petroleum Exploration and Production Technology,16 (1), 10. https://doi.org/10.1007/s13202-025-02114-4
  • Shah, J., Ahmed, A., Gowida, A. and Elkatatny, S. (2026). "Experimental Evaluation of Fly Ash Replacement in Oil-Well Cement with Implications for Binder Carbon Intensity." SPE Journal, 31 (05), 3093–3104.https://doi.org/10.2118/232824-PA
  • Gowida, A., Elkatatny, S. and Al-Shehri, D. (2024). "Foam Properties Evaluation Under Harsh Conditions: Implications for Enhanced Eco-Friendly Underbalanced Drilling Practices." SPE Journal, 29 (11), 5929–5940.https://doi.org/10.2118/223112-PA
  • Gowida, A., Ibrahim, A. F. and Elkatatny, S. (2022). "A Hybrid Data-Driven Solution to Facilitate Safe Mud Window Prediction." Scientific Reports, 12 (1), 15773. https://doi.org/10.1038/s41598-022-20195-7
  • Gowida, A., Elkatatny, S. and Gamal, H. (2021). "Unconfined Compressive Strength (UCS) Prediction in Real-Time While Drilling Using Artificial Intelligence Tools." Neural Computing and Applications, 33 (13), 8043–8054.