Otto Warburg

Otto Warburg was a German scientist who studied how cells produce energy. He discovered that cancer cells tend to generate energy differently than normal cells, specifically by relying more on a process called glycolysis—even when oxygen is available. This abnormal energy production helps cancer cells grow quickly. Warburg's work has been influential in understanding cancer biology and has contributed to approaches for diagnosis and treatment. His findings highlight the metabolic differences between healthy and cancerous cells, opening pathways for targeted therapies.