BIO 412 - CUE: Molecular Biology of Cancer

1 course unit

A topical seminar focusing on the molecular mechanisms of cancer, as explored primarily through animal model systems and cell-based approaches. Topics are organized around a broadly historical approach and include genetic, genomic, cell biological and biochemical strategies to understanding cell proliferation, survival, invasion, metastasis, and microenvironment. The course will also critically explore the strengths and limitations of epidemiological and nutritional research as they relate to understanding cancer as a disease. Discussions and writing assignments focus on the analysis of the classic and contemporary primary literature and the relationship between biomedical research and society. Three class hours per week. Three class hours per week.
Prerequisite(s): Any 200 level course in List C or permission of instructor.
Meets general academic requirement W.