Winter Term 2024 (1860)
ONCOL 520 - Tumor Biology
★ 3 (fi 6)(SECOND, 3-0-0)
The course will provide an introduction to the basic science of oncology. Topics to be covered comprise: the genetic basis of cancer, including the role of proto-oncogenes and tumor suppressor genes; mechanisms of carcinogenesis and radiation-sensitivity, including DNA repair and cell cycle control; the molecular basis of tumor metastasis, including tumor cell invasion, extravasation and dormancy; the role of inflammation in cancer initiation and progression; angiogenesis; cancer genetics, and epigenetics; cell signaling; experimental therapeutics; cancer stem cells; drug-resistance; metabolism and palliation. Course offered in alternate (even-numbered) years. Prerequisites: BIOCH 200, and one of the following: BIOCH 320 or 330 or ONCOL 320.
LECTURE B1 (17722)
2024-01-08 - 2024-04-12
TR 14:00 - 15:20 (ECHA 1-490)
2024-01-16 - 2024-01-18
T 14:00 - 15:20 (ED 107)
Fall Term 2024 (1890)
ONCOL 253 - Cancer Biology
★ 3 (fi 6)(EITHER, 3-0-0)
An introduction to the biology of cancer highlighting features that distinguish normal cells from cancer cells. Specific topics include the genetic basis of cancer, control of cell proliferation, invasion and metastasis, mechanism of action of cancer drugs and the development of resistance.
LECTURE A1 (49678)
2024-08-29 - 2024-12-09
TR 14:00 - 15:20 (TBD)