Dawn P. Wooley

About the Author

Dawn P. Wooley is a distinguished microbiologist and author renowned for her contributions to biosafety education and laboratory practices. With decades of experience in infectious disease research and risk management, she has dedicated her career to bridging the gap between scientific innovation and safety protocols, ensuring that professionals in the field can navigate complex biological hazards with confidence. Her seminal work, Biological Safety: Principles and Practices (ASM Books), serves as a cornerstone resource for laboratories worldwide, offering comprehensive guidance on containment, decontamination, and regulatory compliance. Wooley's writing demystifies intricate scientific concepts, making them accessible to students, researchers, and practitioners alike, while emphasizing the ethical imperatives of safe biological research in an era of emerging pathogens.