What you will learn in Cancer Biology Specialization Course
- Master the 10 biological hallmarks of cancer
- Understand genetic mutations driving tumor development
- Analyze cancer genomics data using bioinformatics tools
- Evaluate modern diagnostic and treatment approaches
- Explore tumor microenvironment and immunotherapy
- Interpret cancer research literature critically
- Examine ethical issues in oncology research
Program Overview
Introduction to Cancer Biology
⏱️ 4 weeks
- Learn cancer epidemiology and global burden
- Study multistep carcinogenesis models
- Analyze cancer stem cell theory
- Explore case studies of common cancers
Molecular Basis of Cancer
⏱️4 weeks
- Examine oncogenes and tumor suppressor genes
- Investigate DNA repair mechanisms
- Study epigenetic modifications in cancer
- Practice using COSMIC mutation database
Cancer Diagnosis and Therapy
⏱️ 2 weeks
- Compare imaging modalities (CT/MRI/PET)
- Evaluate chemotherapy and radiation mechanisms
- Analyze emerging immunotherapies
- Participate in virtual tumor boards
Cancer Genomics
⏱️ 4 weeks
- Process next-generation sequencing data
- Identify actionable biomarkers
- Design targeted therapy plans
- Debate ethical dilemmas in precision oncology
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Job Outlook
- Salary range: 85K−150K for cancer researchers (Glassdoor)
- Industry demand: 7% growth for medical scientists (BLS 2022-32)
- Top employers: Academic hospitals, biotech firms, pharma
- Career paths: Research Associate → Principal Investigator
- Certification value: Recognized by top cancer centers
Specification: Cancer Biology Specialization
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