The Biology of Cancer
Overview
Subject area
BIOL
Catalog Number
668
Course Title
The Biology of Cancer
Department(s)
Description
This course will describe the underlying mechanisms of tumorigenesis. Topics cover the genetic basis of cancer, cancer stem cells, tumor microenvironment, metabolism, angiogenesis, metastasis, and treatments, including cancer immunotherapies. Students are also required to write a comprehensive essay of one topic in cancer. Each student is expected to select a specific topic of their own interest, and validate it by the instructor before performing the assignment.
Typically Offered
Fall, Spring
Academic Career
Graduate
Liberal Arts
Yes
Credits
Minimum Units
3
Maximum Units
3
Academic Progress Units
3
Repeat For Credit
No
Components
Name
Lecture
Hours
3