Craig Thompson

Craig Thompson is a Professor at the Weill Cornell Medicine Graduate School of Medical Sciences, a key academic partner of the Sloan Kettering Institute. His work bridges fundamental biological principles with translational cancer research, focusing on how metabolic dependencies govern cell survival and transformation in multicellular organisms.

His research investigates the hypothesis that metazoan cells lack intrinsic mechanisms for nutrient uptake, making them dependent on environmental cues—a foundational concept that may explain both the evolution of multicellularity and the origins of cancer. This work falls at the intersection of cell signaling, signal transduction, and cancer metabolism, with implications for therapeutic targeting of tumor metabolism.

Dr. Thompson is affiliated with the PhD programs in Cell & Developmental Biology and Immunology & Microbial Pathogenesis, reflecting the interdisciplinary nature of his research. His laboratory explores how metabolic pathways integrate with immune responses and developmental signals to regulate cell fate decisions.

The breadth of his research suggests strong connections to molecular biology, systems biology, and immunometabolism. Although no specific publications are listed, the conceptual depth of his lab's focus indicates sustained contributions to understanding the metabolic underpinnings of cancer and cell regulation.

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Dr. Thompson mentors students through his laboratory and program affiliations, contributing to the training of future scientists in biomedical research. While specific grants or funding sources are not listed, his position and research scope imply active grant support from major biomedical agencies. His lab serves as a hub for innovative research at the interface of metabolism, oncology, and cell biology.

The Thompson Laboratory continues to advance a paradigm-shifting view of cellular autonomy and nutrient dependence, positioning it at the forefront of cancer biology and systems physiology research.