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28934-01 - Lecture: Cancer: Basics, Cause and Therapy (2 CP)
| Semester | fall semester 2023 |
| Course frequency | Every fall sem. |
| Lecturers |
Jamal Bouitbir (jamal.bouitbir@unibas.ch)
Alex Odermatt (alex.odermatt@unibas.ch, Assessor) |
| Content | General aspects of carcinogenesis Mechanisms of mutagenesis and carcinogenesis The role of oncogenes in cancer Tumor suppressors Macroscopic genetic alterations and cancer predisposition Toxicogenomics Animal models to detect carcinogens Transgenic animal models used in carcinogenicity Genotoxicity and carcinogenicity Anticarcinogenesis Targeted anticancer drugs Tumor models in cancer therapy Hormone-dependent tumors Treatment of estrogen- and androgen-dependent cancer Discussion on review articles |
| Learning objectives | To understand the basics of chemical induction of tumorigenesis. To know cancerogenic chemicals and their mechanisms of action. To understand defense mechanisms and the relevance of transport, phase I and phase II detoxification enzymes. To be able to name three oncogenes and tumor suppressor genes and explain their function in the cell. To know tests used in the detection of cancer cells and genetic predisposition. To know animal models used to detect cancerogenic chemicals and to know defense and repair mechanisms. To know chemotherapeutic drugs as well as the mechanisms involved in resistance to such drugs. |
| Bibliography | Arzneimittelwirkungen kompakt. Basiswissen Pharmakologie und Toxikologie, Mutschler Allgemeine und spezielle Pharmakologie und Toxikologie, Aktories The Biology of Cancer, Robert A. Weinberg, Garland Science 2007 |
| Comments | active participation to the e-learning forum is required. Film and sound recordings during the course are strictly forbidden (recorders may be confiscated) |
| Weblink | Department of Pharmaceutical Sciences |
| Admission requirements | Completed Bachelor degree |
| Language of instruction | English |
| Use of digital media | No specific media used |
| Interval | Weekday | Time | Room |
|---|---|---|---|
| wöchentlich | Monday | 13.15-15.00 | Pharmazentrum, Hörsaal 2 |
Dates
| Date | Time | Room |
|---|---|---|
| Monday 18.09.2023 | 13.15-15.00 | Pharmazentrum, Hörsaal 2 |
| Monday 25.09.2023 | 13.15-15.00 | Biozentrum, Seminarraum U1.197 |
| Monday 02.10.2023 | 13.15-15.00 | Biozentrum, Seminarraum U1.197 |
| Monday 09.10.2023 | 13.15-15.00 | Biozentrum, Seminarraum U1.197 |
| Monday 16.10.2023 | 13.15-15.00 | Biozentrum, Seminarraum U1.197 |
| Monday 23.10.2023 | 13.15-15.00 | Biozentrum, Seminarraum U1.197 |
| Monday 30.10.2023 | 13.15-15.00 | - Siehe Bemerkung, Examination weeks |
| Monday 06.11.2023 | 13.15-15.00 | Biozentrum, Seminarraum U1.197 |
| Monday 13.11.2023 | 13.15-15.00 | Biozentrum, Seminarraum U1.197 |
| Monday 20.11.2023 | 13.15-15.00 | Biozentrum, Seminarraum U1.197 |
| Monday 27.11.2023 | 13.15-15.00 | Biozentrum, Seminarraum U1.197 |
| Monday 04.12.2023 | 13.15-15.00 | Biozentrum, Seminarraum U1.197 |
| Monday 11.12.2023 | 13.15-15.00 | Biozentrum, Seminarraum U1.197 |
| Monday 18.12.2023 | 13.15-15.00 | - Siehe Bemerkung, Examination weeks |
| Modules |
Electives Master Science in Pharmacy: Recommendations (Master's Studies: Science in Pharmacy) Module Specialisation: Medical Nanosciences (Master's Studies: Nanosciences) Module: Introduction and Basis of Human Diseases (Master's Studies: Drug Sciences) |
| Assessment format | continuous assessment |
| Assessment details | Electronic written exam (Multiple Choice) https://pharma.unibas.ch/en/education/assessments-and-credit-points/continuous-assessments/ |
| Assessment registration/deregistration | Reg.: course registration, dereg: cancel course registration |
| Repeat examination | no repeat examination |
| Scale | 1-6 0,5 |
| Repeated registration | as often as necessary |
| Responsible faculty | Faculty of Science, studiendekanat-philnat@unibas.ch |
| Offered by | Departement Pharmazeutische Wissenschaften |