CPG

Alberto E. Lundang

Tel: +966 (013) 860-3577

Location: Bldg. 78, Rm. 0033

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 
Tel: +966 (013) 860-94483

Location: Bldg. 26, Rm. 249

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
Tel: +966 (013) 860-8675

Location: Bldg. 78, Rm. 1051

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
Tel: +966 (013) 860-5075

Location: Bldg. 78, Rm. 1050

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
Tel: +966 (013) 860-5075

Location: Bldg. 78, Rm. 1050

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
Tel: +966 (013) 860-8039

Location: Bldg. 78, Rm. 1068

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
Tel: +966 (013) 860-8039

Location: Bldg. 78, Rm. 1068

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
Tel: +966 (013) 860-2420
Fax: +966 (013) 860-8663

Location: DTV Bldg. 248 (PEGTC)

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

Awards & Honors

  • CPG – Staff Member of the Year – Special Recognition 2023
Tel: +966 (013) 860-2420
Fax: +966 (013) 860-8663

Location: DTV Bldg. 248 (PEGTC)

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.

For details click here  

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

Awards & Honors

  • CPG – Staff Member of the Year – Special Recognition 2023
Tel: +966 (013) 860-8397

Location: DTV Bldg. 248 (PEGTC), Rm. 277

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

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