Next-generation integrated circuits require the innovation of new interconnect materials in order to maintain the performance improvements of Moore’s Law scaling. Cobalt (Co) and ruthenium (Ru) are two specific metals that are garnering strong interest for use in the filling of interconnects because of their better electrical performance and reliability at the extremely scaled dimensions […]

The Montney and the Duvernay formations, both are prolific low-permeability reservoirs currently developed using multi-fractured horizontal wells. Taking advantage of the enormous well database from these reservoirs, we aim to identify the key geological parameters controlling the well performance. Overall, a combination of nearly 40 different variables per well are known for affecting the reservoir […]

Biomass burning is the largest source of carbonaceous aerosol in the atmosphere. Biomass burning aerosol can alter the Earth’s radiative balance by absorption and scattering of solar radiation, resulting in a significant impact on global climate. However, because of the complexity of biomass burning aerosol, the magnitude of this climate effect is still uncertain. The […]