This information is without prejudice. Alterations can be made for next year
Description
Cancer is a complex disease in which mutations in the DNA cause aberrant cellular signaling that ultimately affects critical cell functions. Several hallmarks of cancer have been defined including cell autonomous aberrations affecting survival, proliferation, and metabolism as well as altered communication with multiple cell types in the cancer microenvironment. Together, these hallmarks allow tumors to develop, grow, metastasize, and evade therapies. In this caput program, aberrant signal transduction cascades mediating the hallmarks of cancer are discussed and translation to cancer therapies is highlighted.
Coordinator
Dr. E.H.J. Danen
Admission requirements
Basic knowledge of Cell Biology and Biochemistry.
Mode of instruction
Lectures and paper discussions.
Reading list
Albert et al, Molecular Biology of the Cell; Hanahan D and Weinberg RA (2011) Hallmarks of Cancer: The Next Generation. Cell 144:646-674.
Papers assigned by teachers
Course objectives
Knowledge of the various hallmarks of cancer
Knowledge of the signaling pathways in control of these hallmarks of cancer
Understanding the complexity of the disease and how this complicates therapies but may also provide new avenues for therapy.
Assessment method
Written Exam, written assignment, active participation.
Timetable
March 2020. The specific schedule will be published on Blackboard.
Registration
Application via uSis. Registration closes 14 days before the start of the course or earlier, when the maximum number of participants of 48 students is reached.
Remarks
Placement is based on the registration date.