Certificate of Achievement
has completed the following course:
Cancer in the 21st Century: The Genomic Revolution
This online course explored how genetics is revolutionising the detection and treatment of cancer.
4 weeks, 4 hours per week
Dr Leah Marks
University Teacher in Medical Genetics
The University of Glasgow
Dr Sarah Meek
University Teacher, School of Medicine
The University of Glasgow
Transcript
Learning outcomes
- Demonstrate an understanding of basic cell biology as it relates to the development of cancer
- Discuss factors contributing to the development of cancer including environmental and genetic aspects
- Identify current approaches used to identify and treat cancer
- Reflect on strategies which may be used in future cancer therapies and the implications for society
Syllabus
- Examine three key questions about cancer diagnosis and treatment.
- Explore the biological basis of cancer and influences on causation.
- Discuss how cancer is detected and treated, and the development of new treatment strategies.
- Gain insights into patients’ experiences while discussing key issues relating to this topic.
- Undertake internet-based investigation into one of the developing areas of Epigenetics.
Issued on 1st October 2022
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