I am currently working as a Research Assistant in the Biotechnology Laboratory at King Fahd University of Petroleum and Minerals (KFUPM), which ranks among the top 67 institutions globally according to QS World Rankings. Over the course of my research career, I have authored seven peer-reviewed publications, one book chapter, and secured a U.S. patent. My research focuses on microalgae, Escherichia coli, thermophilic bacterial peptides, sulfate-reducing bacteria (SRB), and Pseudomonas species. In our work with microalgae, we have identified strains with exceptional potential for purifying wastewater and remediating hydrocarbon-contaminated water. Additionally, biomass from both freshwater and laboratory-cultivated algae has been explored for applications in food supplementation. We have successfully extracted EPA, DHA, and phospholipids, evaluating their potential in drug delivery systems. My current work also expands into biohydrogen and bioplastic production—critical components in the shift toward sustainable, fossil fuel–free technologies. I am proficient in operating a wide range of analytical and molecular laboratory equipment, including SEM, GC-MS, HPLC, FTIR, UV-Vis spectrophotometry, rotary evaporators, RT-PCR systems, and microplate readers. My skill set extends to blood collection, clinical biochemistry, and research on multidrug-resistant pathogens such as Staphylococcus aureus and E. coli.
King Fahd University of Petroleum and Minerals
Dhahran, Ash Sharqīyah, Saudi Arabia
College of Chemical