Joao V. Lima
About Joao V. Lima
Joao V. Lima is a Geoscientist and Research & Data Analyst specializing in new ventures, currently working at PGS in Houston, Texas. He has extensive experience in geosciences, having previously worked at Shell and contributed to various international projects, while also serving as a Global Focal Point on the OSDU Forum.
Work at PGS
Joao V. Lima has been employed at PGS since 2018, serving as a New Ventures Geoscientist and Research & Data Analyst in Houston, Texas. In this role, he leads technical geological and geophysical evaluations and conducts commercial and risk assessments across various countries, including Canada, Peru, and Uruguay. He is involved in developing new offshore data acquisition projects focused on Carbon Capture Storage (CCS) and wind farms, as well as hydrocarbons. His work emphasizes the integration of data sciences and machine learning techniques to enhance data management within the company's digitalization initiatives.
Education and Expertise
Joao V. Lima holds a Postgraduate Degree in Data Science and Business Analytics from The University of Texas at Austin - Red McCombs School of Business, which he completed in 2021. He also earned a Master of Science in Geological and Earth Sciences from Universidade do Estado do Rio de Janeiro, studying from 2011 to 2013. His academic background includes a Bachelor of Science in Geophysics from Universidade Federal Fluminense, completed between 2006 and 2010. His education equips him with a strong foundation in geosciences and data analytics.
Background
Before joining PGS, Joao V. Lima worked for Shell as an Exploration Geoscientist from 2009 to 2018, where he was based in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, and Houston, USA. He also served as a Graduate Student Researcher at Université de Bretagne Occidentale in Brest, Brittany, France, for 11 months in 2009. His diverse experiences across different countries and roles have contributed to his expertise in geosciences and data analysis.
Achievements
Joao V. Lima serves as the Global Focal Point on the OSDU Forum, where he contributes to the development of industry standards and practices. His role involves acting as a liaison with Energy and Environmental Agencies to support data goals aimed at achieving a low-carbon future. His contributions to projects related to Carbon Capture Storage and offshore data acquisition demonstrate his commitment to advancing sustainable energy solutions.