Karen C. Carroll

About the Author

Karen C. Carroll, MD, is a distinguished microbiologist and infectious disease specialist with over three decades of experience in clinical and research settings. She has held prominent positions at leading institutions, including Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine, where she serves as Professor of Pathology and Director of the Division of Medical Microbiology. Dr. Carroll's expertise spans molecular diagnostics, antimicrobial resistance, and the application of cutting-edge techniques in microbiology. Her seminal work, Manual of Molecular Microbiology: Fundamentals and Applications (ASM Books), co-edited with renowned colleagues, has become an indispensable resource for scientists and clinicians worldwide, bridging theoretical foundations with practical laboratory protocols to advance infectious disease management and public health.