Cancer Biology OpenCourseWare: A Free Bachelor Level Course on Cancer Biology by MIT
Biology students with an interest in the causes and treatments of cancer will find 'Cancer Biology: From Basic Research to the Clinic' a helpful study guide. This OpenCourseWare package offered by the Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT) covers topics, like the cell cycle, the relationship of stem cells to cancer and cancer therapy. If you're pursuing a Bachelor of Science in Biology and have already taken some advanced science courses, then you have the necessary prerequisites to tackle this free online class.
Cancer Biology: Course Specifics
| Degree Level | Free | Audio | Video | Downloads |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Undergraduate | Yes | No | No | Yes |
| Lectures/Notes | Study Materials | Tests/Quizzes |
|---|---|---|
| No | Yes | No |
Cancer Biology: Course Details
'Cancer Biology: From Basic Research to the Clinic' aims to equip students with a profound understanding of the biological mechanisms that cause cancer and an awareness of the scholarly literature on this topic. This free OpenCourseWare package offered by the Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT) is adapted from lectures delivered by Professors Carla Kim and Kevin Haigis. 'Cancer Biology: From Basic Research to the Clinic' is for advanced students enrolled in a Bachelor of Science in Biology degree program. Topics covered by the class will be particularly interesting for those considering a career in the medical field, especially in oncology. The course begins with a discussion of the genetic pathways that are supposed to prevent cancer at the cellular level and how a disrupted cell cycle can lead to cancer-causing mutations. Readings explore cancers caused unidentified cells and different methods used to identify those cells to improve treatment. Students also learn about common cancer treatments, like the use of Gleevic and the development of new kinds of diagnostic tests and treatment methods. This class is geared towards independent learners enrolled in a similar class seeking an extra study aid or students looking for a basic review or bibliography.
By downloading this free OpenCourseWare class, you'll get access to a syllabus, calendar, bibliography, descriptions of course assignments, a downloadable examples of projects by former students of the class, course handouts and a list of questions from other students. To learn more, visit the 'Cancer Biology: From Basic Research to the Clinic' course page.
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