John Blenis

Dr. John Blenis is a prominent cancer researcher and a professor of pharmacology at Weill Cornell Medicine. He is known for his work on the mTOR signaling pathway, which plays a crucial role in cell growth and cancer biology. His recent research has shed light on the relationship between dietary fats, particularly linoleic acid, and the growth of triple-negative breast cancer cells, contributing to a better understanding of how specific nutrients can affect cancer progression.