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MIC2022: Cancer Biology (Core: 3 credits)

Learning Outcomes
1. Apply biological and molecular aspects of cancer in the topics discussed.
2. Report practical results involving techniques used in cancer study.
3. Use digital resources and technology effectively to acquire information required
for presentation /assignment.

Course Synopsis
The course provides an in-depth understanding of the molecular basis of cancer
initiation and progression, the different types and classification of various cancers and
also the roles played by tumour suppressors and oncogenes. Various genetic and
cellular changes leading to tumourigenesis will be discussed as well as the techniques
commonly used in cancer research.

Reference Texts
1. Hesketh, R. (2023). Introduction to Cancer Biology (2 Edition). Cambridge:
nd
Cambridge University Press.
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2. Weinberg RA (2023). The Biology of Cancer (3 Edition). W. W. Norton &
Company.
3. Pecorino L (2021). Molecular Biology of Cancer: Mechanisms, Targets, and
Therapeutics (5 Edition). Oxford University Press.
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Course Coordinator
Dr. Chai Hwa Chia
hccha18@um.edu.my
03-79677522

Course Assessment
Course will be assessed by Continuous Assessment (60%) and a Final Exam (40%)

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