The Molecular Basis of Cancer
MB&B 223
Spring 2025
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01
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| Crosslisting:
BIOL 223 |
| Course Cluster and Certificates: Health Studies |
Cancer is a group of diseases characterized by unregulated cell growth and tissue invasion. This course will focus on the molecular events that lead to cancer. We will cover topics in both molecular and cellular biology and genetics that are relevant to understanding the differences between normal and cancer cells. Particular focus will be placed on oncogenes and tumor suppressor genes, DNA damage responses, the p53 signaling pathway, cell cycle regulation, and the molecular basis of cancer therapies. This course will utilize both the textbook and primary scientific literature in the study of cancer. |
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| Credit: 1 |
Gen Ed Area Dept:
None |
| Course Format: Lecture | Grading Mode: Graded |
| Level: UGRD |
Prerequisites: MB&B181 |
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Fulfills a Requirement for: (BIOL)(MB&B) |
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Past Enrollment Probability: 75% - 89% |
| SECTION 01 |
Major Readings: Wesleyan RJ Julia Bookstore
Molecular Biology of Cancer: Mechanisms, Targets, and Therapeutics 5th Edition by Lauren Pecorino
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Examinations and Assignments:
Midterm exam, literature review, short reflection papers, and a final comprehensive exam. |
Additional Requirements and/or Comments:
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| Instructor(s): Anderson,Cori Times: ..T.R.. 10:20AM-11:40AM; Location: HALL56; |
| Total Enrollment Limit: 16 | | SR major: 4 | JR major: 4 | | |
| Seats Available: 2 | GRAD: X | SR non-major: 4 | JR non-major: 4 | SO: 0 | FR: X |
| Drop/Add Enrollment Requests | | | | | |
| Total Submitted Requests: 5 | 1st Ranked: 3 | 2nd Ranked: 2 | 3rd Ranked: 0 | 4th Ranked: 0 | Unranked: 0 |
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