The objectives of the SHARP research consortium are to provide necessary basic data and quantitative mechanistic insights relevant to the solvent-assisted bitumen recovery processes including the patented schemes.  The intention is not to develop recovery processes themselves, but to provide basic data and mechanistic understanding needed for quantitative assessments of any solvent-assisted processes. 

We review our research for member companies each year in a workshop at University of Calgary and provide members with quick access to the results of our work. We actively seek to collaborate with member companies on specific projects. SHARP Consortium typically has six students and two research associates or post-doctoral fellows. Professor Jalal Abedi directs the SHARP Consortium.