Cancer Biology and Research module (BS32048)
A broad introduction to the molecular biology of cancer. Cover tumour initiation, genetic instability, tumour evolution, invasion and metastasis, with a focus on interpreting cancer research
Cancer Biology and Research takes you through the key molecular hallmarks of cancer, from the changes that initiate tumour growth to the processes that allow cancers to spread.
You will study oncogenes and tumour suppressor genes, the pathways they control, and how genetic and chromosomal instability drives tumour evolution.
You will also examine how stress response pathways are rewired in cancer and how invasion and metastasis occur at a molecular level.
Workshops focused on cancer research papers develop your skills in data interpretation and critical analysis, preparing you to engage with cutting-edge cancer research.
What you will learn
In this module, you will:
- Examine the molecular hallmarks of cancer, including oncogenes, tumour suppressor genes and key signalling pathways
- Explore how genetic instability drives tumour initiation and evolution
- Develop skills in interpreting and critically analysing cancer biology research data
By the end of this module, you will be able to:
- Explain the molecular changes that drive the initiation, development and progression of cancer
- Apply understanding of experimental methods used in cancer biology research
- Apply critical analysis and data interpretation to answer questions in cancer biology
Assignments / assessments
- Critical data analysis workshop assessment (40%)
- Written exam (60%)
Teaching methods / timetable
- Lectures
- Data analysis and literature workshops
Courses
This module is available on the following courses: