Course Details
Country:
United Kingdom
Institution:
University of York
Course Title:
Cancer cell & molecular biology
Course Number:
BIO00068H
Course Description:
This module will review current knowledge, underpinning principles and recurrent themes in the molecular and cellular biology of cancer. We will discuss the key features of cancer biology, such as deregulated cell cycle progression, growth, invasion and metastasis. A major area of focus will be the mechanisms of action of oncogenes (e.g. Myc) and tumour suppressors (e.g. p53). The module will include the importance of cancer stem cells and the tumour microenvironment, the spread of cancer and therapeutic advances. It will present general principles and key molecules, describing how they achieve their functions. All stages will be illustrated with examples that are of particular interest and importance. A key feature will be molecular strategies for cancer therapy. Experiments from cancer research papers will be examined in detail to provide training in comprehension, criticism and data interpretation.
Language:
English
Approved Equivalent:
BIOL 3---
Attachment Files:
CancerCellMolbi.pdf
