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CANCER GENETICS

GENETICS/MDGENET 662
Course Description

Focuses on the genetic basis by which cancer manifests. Provides a comprehensive overview of how cancer is generated as a result of abnormalities at the DNA level, paying special attention to oncogenes, tumor suppressors, DNA mutations, DNA repair mechanisms, chromosomal instability, and tumor heterogeneity. Stresses the role of the immune system in combating cancer, the phenomenon of cancer resistance, anti-tumor strategies, and epigenetic influences on tumorigenesis. Highlights connections between course material and clinical relevance.

Prerequisties
Satisfies

This course does not satisfy any prerequisites.

Credits

3

Offered

Fall

Grade Point Average
3.83

1.49% from Historical

Completion Rate
100%

0.33% from Historical

A Rate
75%

6.6% from Historical

Class Size
36

-6.19% from Historical

Instructors (2025 Fall)

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