Current Topics in Translational Cancer Research

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Current Topics in Translational Cancer Research is designed to prepare students to be the next generation of translational cancer researchers. The students are expected to have a basic knowledge of cancer biology and research techniques. The content will include cancer research that is currently being conducted as well as recently completed and will introduce both new technologies as well as new theories on cancer research. The course will offer students an opportunity to acquire skills in developing and implementing hypothesis-based research studies that can lead to clinical therapeutics. The students will learn how to identify potential targets for therapy of cancer at all stages of development, from tumor initiation through progression and metastasis. The development of drugs from design and testing to investigational new drug status and FDA approval for clinical use will be discussed.