Fahad Hamed

Microbiology Researcher with a Master of Biomedical Science in Comparative Health Sciences from Oregon State University. Specialized in C. perfringens spore behavior, germination mechanisms, and pathogen risk assessment. Expert in anaerobic microbiology, experimental design, and advanced laboratory biosafety protocols. Committed to advancing biosecurity and "One Health" initiatives through rigorous scientific analysis.

Graduate Researcher at Oregon State University (2023-09 – 2026-03)

Conducted laboratory research focused on Clostridium perfringens spore behavior, germination, and persistence.

• Designed and led research trials to investigate spore behavior and germination mechanisms.
• Developed protocols to evaluate pathogen persistence and outgrowth under diverse environmental conditions.
• Applied advanced anaerobic microbiology techniques for strain analysis and viable cell quantification.
• Performed data analysis to support predictive control measures and risk assessment strategies.

Laboratory Intern at Kilo 14 Primary Healthcare Center, Jeddah (2020-01 – 2020-04)

Completed clinical laboratory training across general laboratory and tuberculosis laboratory sections.

• Performed patient sample collection, including blood, urine, and microbiological specimens.
• Assisted in routine laboratory testing, specimen preparation, and documentation within the general laboratory.
• Worked in the Tuberculosis Laboratory conducting blood testing, specimen isolation, and bacterial culture procedures.
• Applied laboratory safety protocols and supported accurate handling, processing, and analysis of clinical samples.

M.S in Biomedical Science in Comparative Health Sciences – Oregon State University (2023-09 – 2026-03)

Bachelor of Science in Microbiology – University of Jeddah (2015-08 – 2020-04)