Leyma P. De Haro, PhD, RBP(ABSA), Merrick & Company, Greenwood Village, CO Leyma Pérez De Haro, PhD is an internationally recognized expert in biosafety and biosecurity. She is the author of the book titled “Biosecurity in the Age of Synthetic Biology” (CRC, 2024). Dr. De Haro has over 16 years of experience as a scientist and biorisk management professional, helping laboratories and organizations enhance their biosafety and biosecurity practices. Her background in innovative scientific research enables her to understand the unique safety challenges laboratories and organizations face in today’s rapidly evolving world of life sciences. With a keen focus on fostering a culture of responsibility and safety, Dr. De Haro is committed to promoting best practices in biosafety and biosecurity globally, supporting the life sciences community in its pursuit of groundbreaking discoveries and innovations.