Cancer Biology and Treatment

Description

Cancer is a leading cause of death worldwide with an enormous personal as well as societal impact. Oncology is the branch of medical science dealing with the biology, diagnosis and treatment of cancer. Knowledge about cancer development and treatment is essential to perform fundamental and translational research on cancer and to prepare applied research protocols for the diagnosis and treatment of specific patient groups. This knowledge is also important for the best communication between medical practitioners and basic scientists, as well as between scientists and laymen. The Oncology course provides a thorough overview of the biology of cancer and the different treatment methods.Basic knowledge of all aspects of cancer covered by the course textbook will be taught in lectures by teachers who are experts in their field. Further insight from ongoing research will be provided in seminars by guest scientists. Besides interactive lectures and seminars, active learning integrated in the course includes writing and presentation assignments and science journalism workshop. Objectives: At the end of the course the students will be able to: Describe the general principles, concepts and epidemiology of cancer. Understand the most important molecular, immunological and cell biological mechanisms of cancer Explain the role of various genetic, viral and exogenous factors in the development of cancer Compare the different methods of cancer prevention, diagnosis and treatment Be familiar with the major research techniques used in oncology research Communicate about scientific achievements in cancer research in accessible language