PA30157: The molecular biology and treatment of cancer
[Page last updated: 15 October 2020]
![]() | 2020/1 |
![]() | Department of Pharmacy & Pharmacology |
![]() | 6 [equivalent to 12 CATS credits] |
![]() | 120 |
![]() | Honours (FHEQ level 6) |
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![]() | EX 100% |
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Description: | Aims: To familiarise the student with recent advances in molecular and cellular processes underlying tumour development and its treatment. Learning Outcomes: On successful completion of this unit, the student should be able to demonstrate knowledge and understanding of the disease process in cancer, and the complexity of its treatment, and give examples of current treatment regimes in particular clinical settings. Skills: Scientific skills (T/F/A) Study skills, handling information, working with others (T/F) Problem solving (T/F) Content: Chemical mutagenesis. Cell biology of tumour development including apoptosis, oncogenes and tumour suppressor genes. The molecular mechanisms of action of the major classes of drugs currently in use and their shortcomings. |
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PA30157 is Optional on the following programmes:Department of Biology & Biochemistry
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