Molekulare Onkologie

What it is about

You will explore the molecular foundations of tumorigenesis, progression and metastasis. You will become familiar with oncogenes, tumor suppressor genes, epigenetic changes, the tumor microenvironment, proteolytic networks, and the experimental methods of molecular oncology, and you will be able to apply this knowledge to current research questions.

What you will be able to do

• Understand and contextualize current findings in cancer research
• Trace the history of important discoveries in oncology
• Reproduce facts as well as connect knowledge and transfer it to new problems
• Design and evaluate relevant experimental methods
• Problem-oriented deepening and critical analysis of scientific publications

What the module consists of

• VorlesungDelivery of content topics such as oncogenes, tumor suppressors, metastasis mechanisms and methodology
• Seminar/DiscussionDeepening through discussion of current publications and problem-oriented analysis

Teaching method

• Lectures with boardDevelopment of schemata and explanatory presentation of complex mechanisms
• PowerPoint presentationsSupport of lecture content; script provided
• Self-study (script, literature)Securing and deepening of the lecture material and preparation for the exam