Complexity of Cancer

(3 Credit Hours) · Undergraduate

This course offers an in-depth, clinically focused, examination of major cancer types. In order to get an understanding for the clinical reality surrounding solid tumors and cancer patients, overall themes will include classifications, biological foundations, diagnostics, specific therapies, and respective complications. Through journal clubs, students will evaluate the most recent clinical studies. Classes will also include transposed patient cases, simulations, as well as student presentations Learning Outcomes: After successful completion of this course, students will be able to Express knowledge about tumor biology, therapy and the most common solid tumors. Explain the basic concepts of clinical research in oncology. Appreciate that cancer is both a clinical and an experimental science in constant development. Appreciate the importance and validity of the `established' therapies. Increase awareness of the impact of a cancer diagnosis for the individual patient. Prerequisites: One year of biology and one year of chemistry at the university level. The Complexity of Cancer course is aimed at students with a documented academic interest in medicine.