Pioneering physician, oncologist and author; has redefined public discourse on human health, medicine and science. Author of: “The Emperor of All Maladies: A Biography of Cancer”, which earned him the 2011 Pulitzer Prize, and “The Gene: An Intimate History” which won international awards. Published works have left an indelible mark on our culture, as “The Emperor of All Maladies” has been adapted into a documentary and was included among Time magazine’s 100 best non-fiction books of the past century. Groundbreaking studies into the composition and behaviour of cancer cells have pushed the boundaries of modern medicine. Research signals a paradigm shift in cancer pathology and has enabled the development of treatments that reach beyond current pharmaceutical models toward new biological and cellular therapies. Professor of Medicine, Columbia University and Staff Cancer Physician at the university’s medical centre, generates hope for patients and families worldwide, while revolutionizing our blueprint for healing. Writes for the New Yorker, New York Times Magazine and other publications. Recipient of awards for scientific work; has published original research and opinions in journals such Nature, Cell and the New England Journal of Medicine.