Alberto E. Lundang
Laboratory Specialist, Laboratory Technical Support & Services
Mr. Alberto Lundang is currently working as Laboratory Material Construction Technician & Laboratory In Charge.
Experience:
- Abdul Ali Al Ajmi Company. ( 2008 – 2010 )
- Inma Concrete Ready Mix & Blocks Company ( 2010 – 2015 )
- Al Seyadah Concrete Ready Mix & Blocks Company ( 2016 -2018 )
Educational Qualification
- B.A. in Social Science, Major in Behavioral Studies, Tarlac State University – Philippines
Habeeb Ahmed Al-Abbas
Laboratory Specialist, Laboratory Technical Support & Services
Mr. Habeeb has joined the Department of Laboratory Technical Support and Services in 2018 as a laboratory specialist, with 14 years’ experience in:
- Thin section
- Core cutting
- Core wax
- Core cleaning
Eight of the fourteen years’ experience spent in QBS Petroleum Services.
Educational Qualification
- High School
- Thin section training in Germany
Research Interests
- Paleontology
Awards & Honors
- Special recognition as staff member of the year 2023
Nawaf Al-Atallah
Laboratory Specialist, Laboratory Technical Support & Services
Joined the Department of Laboratory Technical Support & Services in 2019, one year experience as salesman, has worked in oil & gas industry for 8 months occupying as Petroleum Data Analyst in Petrolink and as Summer Trainee in Halliburton. The adaptability to work under pressure and accustomed to collaborate with different disciplines as team-player
Educational Qualification
- B.S. in Petroleum Engineering from King Fahd University of Petroleum and Minerals, Dhahran, June 2017
Research Interests
- Drilling & Completion
- Production Enhancement
- Petrophysics
- Reservoir Modeling
- Data Analytics in Petroleum Engineering
Mohammed N. Al-Khabbaz
Laboratory Specialist, Laboratory Technical Support & Services
Educational Qualification
- B.S., in Geology, King Fahd University of Petroleum and Minerals, Dhahran, Saudi Arabia
Research Interests
- Sedimentology and Stratigraphy
- Petroleum Geology & Unconventional Resources
- Carbon Capture & Storage
Selected Publications
- Abdlmutalib AJ, Ayranci K, Waheed UB, Alhajri HD, MacEachern JA, Al-Khabbaz MN (2025) Automated identification of sedimentary structures in core images using object detection algorthims. PLoS One 20(7): e0327738. https://doi.org/10.1371/journal.pone.0327738
Mohammed N. Al-Khabbaz
Laboratory Specialist, Laboratory Specialist, Laboratory Technical Support & Services, Laboratory Technical Support & Services
Educational Qualification
- B.S., in Geology, King Fahd University of Petroleum and Minerals, Dhahran, Saudi Arabia
Research Interests
- Sedimentology and Stratigraphy
- Petroleum Geology & Unconventional Resources
- Carbon Capture & Storage
Selected Publications
- Abdlmutalib AJ, Ayranci K, Waheed UB, Alhajri HD, MacEachern JA, Al-Khabbaz MN (2025) Automated identification of sedimentary structures in core images using object detection algorthims. PLoS One 20(7): e0327738. https://doi.org/10.1371/journal.pone.0327738
Assem Saad Al-Karnos
Laboratory Specialist, Laboratory Technical Support & Services
Educational Qualification
- B.S., in Geology, University of Texas ar San Antonio, 2016
Research Interests
- Geophysics.
- Hydrology.
- Engineering Geology.
Selected Publications
- Arshad Raza, Mohamed Mahmoud, Mobeen Murtaza, Muhammad Arif, Amjed Hassan, Guenther Glatz, Saad Alafnan, Muhammad Shahzad Kamal, Assem Al-Karnos. Experimental Investigation of Mafic Rocks for Carbon Mineralization Prospect. https://doi.org/10.1021/acs.energyfuels.3c00370
- Ashadi, A. L., Martinez, Y., Kirmizakis, P., Hanstein, T., Xu, X., Khogali, A., Paembonan, A. Y., AlShaibani, A., Al-Karnos, A., Smirnov, M., Strack, K., & Soupios, P. (2022, September 28). First High-Power CSEM Field Test in Saudi Arabia. Minerals, 12(10), 1236. https://doi.org/10.3390/min12101236
- Hassan, A., Mahmoud, M., Abu-Khamsin, S., ElHusseiny, A., Al-Karnos, A. (2023). Sand Consolidation Using Enforced Calcium and Magnesium Fluoride Precipitation. Journal of Energy Resources Technology, 1-15. https://asmedigitalcollection.asme.org/energyresources/article/doi/10.1115/1.4056641/1155983
Assem Saad Al-Karnos
Laboratory Specialist, Laboratory Specialist, Laboratory Technical Support & Services, Laboratory Technical Support & Services
Educational Qualification
- B.S., in Geology, University of Texas ar San Antonio, 2016
Research Interests
- Geophysics.
- Hydrology.
- Engineering Geology.
Selected Publications
- Arshad Raza, Mohamed Mahmoud, Mobeen Murtaza, Muhammad Arif, Amjed Hassan, Guenther Glatz, Saad Alafnan, Muhammad Shahzad Kamal, Assem Al-Karnos. Experimental Investigation of Mafic Rocks for Carbon Mineralization Prospect. https://doi.org/10.1021/acs.energyfuels.3c00370
- Ashadi, A. L., Martinez, Y., Kirmizakis, P., Hanstein, T., Xu, X., Khogali, A., Paembonan, A. Y., AlShaibani, A., Al-Karnos, A., Smirnov, M., Strack, K., & Soupios, P. (2022, September 28). First High-Power CSEM Field Test in Saudi Arabia. Minerals, 12(10), 1236. https://doi.org/10.3390/min12101236
- Hassan, A., Mahmoud, M., Abu-Khamsin, S., ElHusseiny, A., Al-Karnos, A. (2023). Sand Consolidation Using Enforced Calcium and Magnesium Fluoride Precipitation. Journal of Energy Resources Technology, 1-15. https://asmedigitalcollection.asme.org/energyresources/article/doi/10.1115/1.4056641/1155983
Sameer I. Junaid
Senior Digital Media Specialist III, Laboratory Technical Support & Services
Sameer I. Junaid is a versatile IT and strategic communications leader with over nine years of dedicated service at CPG-KFUPM. Operating at the intersection of digital infrastructure and executive outreach, Sameer holds a dual mandate within CPG: driving laboratory digital workflows as LIMS Coordinator while leading the multimedia and strategic communications team of Strategic Communication & Engagement.
In his media leadership role, Sameer oversees CPG’s end-to-end digital footprint, including website administration, digital signage, multimedia production, and content strategy. Sameer serves as a key connector between academic, research, and executive stakeholders, routinely executing high-priority and confidential initiatives directly for the Dean’s Office. Sameer combines deep institutional knowledge with a continuous drive for digital modernization across higher education and technical research.
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Educational Qualification
- B.S., Computer Engineering, Glasgow Caledonian University, 2004.
- Certifications:
- ITIL V3
- Customer Support Specialist – HDI
- MCITP – Microsoft.
Research Interests
- Laboratory Management & Standards
- Technology
- Media
Selected Publications
- Successful Deployment of a Laboratory Information Management System LIMS; Striding Towards Modern, Paperless Labs. International Petroleum Technology Conference, 13-15 January 2020, Dhahran, Kingdom of Saudi Arabia. https://www.onepetro.org/conference-paper/IPTC-19656-MS
Awards & Honors
- CPG – Staff Member of the Year – Special Recognition 2023
Sameer I. Junaid
Senior Digital Media Specialist III, Laboratory Technical Support & Services, Laboratory Technical Support & Services
Sameer I. Junaid is a versatile IT and strategic communications leader with over nine years of dedicated service at CPG-KFUPM. Operating at the intersection of digital infrastructure and executive outreach, Sameer holds a dual mandate within CPG: driving laboratory digital workflows as LIMS Coordinator while leading the multimedia and strategic communications team of Strategic Communication & Engagement.
In his media leadership role, Sameer oversees CPG’s end-to-end digital footprint, including website administration, digital signage, multimedia production, and content strategy. Sameer serves as a key connector between academic, research, and executive stakeholders, routinely executing high-priority and confidential initiatives directly for the Dean’s Office. Sameer combines deep institutional knowledge with a continuous drive for digital modernization across higher education and technical research.
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Educational Qualification
- B.S., Computer Engineering, Glasgow Caledonian University, 2004.
- Certifications:
- ITIL V3
- Customer Support Specialist – HDI
- MCITP – Microsoft.
Research Interests
- Laboratory Management & Standards
- Technology
- Media
Selected Publications
- Successful Deployment of a Laboratory Information Management System LIMS; Striding Towards Modern, Paperless Labs. International Petroleum Technology Conference, 13-15 January 2020, Dhahran, Kingdom of Saudi Arabia. https://www.onepetro.org/conference-paper/IPTC-19656-MS
Awards & Honors
- CPG – Staff Member of the Year – Special Recognition 2023
Ruba Saad Alkarnos
3D Graphic Designer, Laboratory Technical Support & Services
Educational Qualification
- B.S. in Interior Design, College of Engineering, Prince Mohammad bin Fahad University, Khobar, Saudi Arabia, 2021
Research Interests
- Graphic Design
- Scientific Illustrations
- UI/UX Design.
Selected Publications
- Cover design https://pubs.acs.org/toc/jpccck/128/10