Khalid M Alasmi holds a Master’s degree in Microbial Biotechnology and has a strong research background in microbial-derived alternatives to edible oil. His work focuses on the isolation, characterization, and optimization of lipid production from oleaginous microorganisms for potential applications in the food and biofuel industries. He has experience in bioreactor operation, fermentation optimization, and lipid extraction methods, including the Bligh and Dyer method. Additionally, he is interested in experimental design, statistical modeling, and process optimization to enhance microbial oil production.