Laura Mays Hoopes (1942 – October 24, 2021) was an American biologist.

She was the Halstead-Bent Emerita Professor of Biology at Pomona College in Claremont, California.

[1] She was dean of the college from 1993 to 1998, and was known for her advocacy of women in science.

[1] She was a fellow of the American Association for the Advancement of Science.

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