Bi 129 - Biology of Cancer

Institution:

California Institute of Technology

Subject:

Biology

Description:

The first part of the course will concern the basic biology of cancer, covering oncogenes, tumor suppressors, tumor cell biology, metastasis, tumor angiogenesis, and other topics. There will also be a section on cancer genetics, which will primarily be taught from primary literature and journal reviews. The last part of the course will concern treatments, including chemotherapy, anti-angiogenic therapy, and immunotherapy. Textbook: (2006) by Robert Weinberg Instructor: Zinn. Given in alternate years; offered 2012–13.

Credits:

9.00

Credit Hours:

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.caltech.edu

Phone Number:

(626) 395-6811

Regional Accreditation:

Western Association of Schools and Colleges

Calendar System:

Quarter

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