BIO 351 - Biochemistry of Cancer

Institution:

Cabrini University - Closed

Subject:

Biology

Description:

This course investigates the molecular and biochemical principles that explain the characteristics leading to the development and spread of cancer. The main concepts that shape our understanding of how cancer arises will be reviewed. Topics include DNA mutations and repair mechanisms, gene regulation, growth factor signaling and oncogenes, tumor suppressor genes, apoptosis, cellular differentiation, metastasis, and gene interactions. Infections causing human cancer will also be examined. Students will explore a particular form of cancer in detail, write a research paper that includes a critique of the scientific literature, and present a summary to the class as a mini-lecture. Prerequisite: BIO 263 and CHE 211. BIO 206 is a pre- or co-requisite. Three hours lecture, Offered as needed. 3 credits

Credits:

3.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.cabrini.edu

Phone Number:

(610) 902-8100

Regional Accreditation:

Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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