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BIOL0331A-W11

The Genetics of Cancer

The Genetics of Cancer
In this course we will examine the molecular and cellular mechanisms that serve to regulate normal cell proliferation, survival, and senescence in order to understand how alterations in these mechanisms can lead to cancer. Students will develop and propose research projects based on their own specific interests. Topics covered may include: classification of cancers, animal models, oncogenes and tumor suppressors, mitogenic signals, genetic and epigenetic alterations, external causes of cancer, and current treatment protocols. We will also examine cancer’s far-reaching influence outside the confines of molecular and cell biology. (Approval Required; BIOL 0140 and BIOL 0145; BIOL 0314 is recommended) 10-15 hrs/ week
Course Reference Number (CRN):
11279
Subject Code:
BIOL
Course Number:
0331
Section Identifier:
A

Course

BIOL 0331

All Sections in Winter 2011

Winter 2011

BIOL0331A-W11 Lecture (Ward)