Dr. Hammad is a dedicated Research Scientist with a strong background in drilling engineering, geochemistry, and material characterization. He holds a PhD in Petroleum Geosciences from Universiti Teknologi PETRONAS, Malaysia and two Masters in Petroleum Engineering where his research focused on developing eco-friendly Natural Deep Eutectic Solvents (NADES) for shale stability and hydrates in drilling operations,. With expertise in drilling fluid rheology, CO2 sequestration, and REE, his work spans both applied and fundamental sciences. Hammad has authored multiple peer-reviewed publications, book chapters, and has experience in academia, having taught chemistry, geosciences, and drilling engineering courses. His research interests include sustainable energy technologies, nanomaterials, distributed acoustic sensing and subsurface fluid interactions.

AP Dr. Syahrir Ridha is an Associate Professor in the Department of Petroleum Engineering at Universiti Teknologi PETRONAS (UTP) and the Director of the Institute of Sustainable Energy & Resources at UTP. He holds a Ph.D. and a Master’s in Petroleum Engineering from UTP and a Bachelor’s degree in Mining Engineering from Universitas Islam Bandung, Indonesia. His research expertise lies in drilling technology, well cementing, drilling fluids, extraction of rare earth elements and wellbore integrity. His work focuses on geopolymerization mechanisms for oilwell cementing, microstructure deformation in alternative cement systems during CO₂ flooding, and the application of graphene in drilling fluids. Dr. Syahrir has also contributed to studies on tsunami disaster awareness and the use of geopolymer-based cement in various engineering applications. His significant contributions to petroleum engineering research reflect his commitment to advancing sustainable energy solutions

Dr. Maqsood Ahmad is a Senior Lecturer in the Department of Geoscience at Universiti Teknologi PETRONAS (UTP), Malaysia. He holds multiple master’s degrees in Applied Geology (University of the Punjab, Pakistan), Information Technology (Queensland University of Technology, Australia), and Petroleum Engineering (University of New South Wales, Australia). He earned his Ph.D. in Petroleum Engineering from the University of Adelaide, focusing on unconventional gas reservoirs, particularly shale and tight gas. His research interests include unconventional oil and gas resources, geomechanics, hydraulic fracturing, drilling fluids, and petrophysics.

Raba'atun Adawiyah Bt Shamsuddin holds an undergraduate degree in Biotechnology and is currently working as a Research Assistant in the lab of Assoc. Prof. Dr. Syahrir Ridha in UTP Malaysia, where she is actively involved in research focused on rare earth element (REE) leaching. Her academic background and interests bridge biotechnology and environmental geochemistry, contributing to sustainable approaches for critical mineral recovery. She has previously co-authored work related to electrochemically active biofilms and their role in corrosion protection, demonstrating a multidisciplinary skill set spanning bioelectrochemical systems and material interactions.

Prof. Dr. Muhammad Khurram Zahoor is a Professor and Chairman at the Department of Petroleum & Gas Engineering, UET Lahore, with over two decades of academic and research experience. He holds a PhD in Petroleum Engineering from Universiti Teknologi Malaysia (2011), an MSc in Reservoir Engineering from the Norwegian University of Science and Technology (2003), and a BSc in Petroleum Engineering from UET Lahore (2000). His research interests include integrated asset management, production forecasting and optimization, reservoir characterization, fluid phase behavior, and simulation studies. Dr. Zahoor has taught a wide range of undergraduate and postgraduate courses and has actively contributed to research, industry collaborations, and academic leadership since joining UET as a lecturer in 2000.

Engr. Azam Khan is an Assistant Professor at Petroleum and Gas Engineering department at University of Engineering and Technology Lahore, Pakistan with over 22 years of experience in teaching, research, and curriculum development. His expertise spans Drilling Engineering, Formation Evaluation, and Reservoir Engineering, with a research focus on Smart Drilling Muds and unconventional materials like nanoparticles. He has taught various petroleum engineering courses, including Drilling Engineering, Well Logging, Reservoir Simulation, and Properties of Reservoir Fluids. Dedicated to advancing drilling technologies, he continues to contribute to academia and industry through innovative research and education