GENE513 BIOLOGY OF CANCER
| Course Code: | 2190513 |
| METU Credit (Theoretical-Laboratory hours/week): | 3 (0.00 - 0.00) |
| ECTS Credit: | 8.0 |
| Department: | Molecular Biology and Genetics |
| Language of Instruction: | English |
| Level of Study: | Graduate |
| Course Coordinator: | Assoc.Prof.Dr. AHMET ACAR |
| Offered Semester: | Fall and Spring Semesters. |
Course Objectives
In this course the students will learn about the causes, development, and treatment of cancer at molecular level. The molecular mechanisms by specific oncogenic mutations and supressor genes related to carcinogenesis will be discussed. Invasion and metastasis cascade of tumours in addtion heterotypic interactions within the tumour microenvironment will be covered. Lastly, rational treatment of cancer and how cancer treatments can fail will be discussed.
Course Content
Viral, chemical and physical causes of cancer, tumor types, comparison of embryonic and neoplastic cells, cancer genes, molecular and metabolic properties of cancer cells, testing of anti tumor agents and suspected carcinogens, cancer diagnosis, methods of therapy, and prevention.
Course Learning Outcomes
Program Outcomes Matrix
| Level of Contribution | |||||
| # | Program Outcomes | 0 | 1 | 2 | 3 |
| 1 | Explain the inner workings of the scientific process, discuss critically, and solve problems by applying appropriate statistical and computational methods; choose contemporary experimental and theoretical approaches in molecular biology and genetics. | ✔ | |||
| 2 | Communicate issues in both English and Turkish with high proficiency. | ✔ | |||
| 3 | Read, and critique scientific communications in molecular biology and molecular genetics literature with worldwide recognition. | ✔ | |||
| 4 | Identify and explain issues in molecular biology and genetics within the context of other disciplines. | ✔ | |||
| 5 | Readily apply innovative theoretical and technological challenges acting upon the need for lifelong learning. | ✔ | |||
| 6 | Produce data and interpret results as an individual, as well as a team player, and lead whenever necessary. | ✔ | |||
| 7 | Apply and defend the rules of scientific ethics within their careers and professions. | ✔ | |||
0: No Contribution 1: Little Contribution 2: Partial Contribution 3: Full Contribution