Mark Wiencek, PhD is the Principal Microbiologist with Contec Healthcare and a member of Contec’s Technical Services Group. During 25+ years of industrial microbiology and microbial ecology, Mark has focused on control of microbes and biofilms in multiple applications including water treatment, consumer textiles, medical devices, and environmental surfaces in the built environment. His research interests include development of cleaning tools and chemistries for control of microbial and hazardous drug contamination in cleanrooms, pharmacies and healthcare facilities.