BTEC 630 Cancer Biotechnology

Cancer has a huge impact on our society and is one of the major factors driving biomedical research related to various areas such as imaging, diagnosis, and therapy. This course will provide a comprehensive overview of the molecular biology and genetic basis of cancer. Biotechnological research on the molecular mechanisms of cancer has resulted in more effective treatments, sensitive diagnostic procedures, and strategies for prevention. The course will cover topics such as mutations leading to deregulation of programmed cell death, their impact on cell proliferation, as well as cell differentiation. Additionally the course will review cancer and medical intervention. It will allow the student to study traditional treatment methods as well as new treatment protocols for cancer therapies. The challenges for early diagnostics will also be covered.