BMEN6368 - Cancer Therapy: Design, Development and Imaging

BMEN 6368 Cancer Therapy: Design, Development and Imaging (3 semester credit hours) This course provides a comprehensive introduction into cancer therapy spanning from the design of novel treatments, to their implementation, and the utility of imaging in all stages of development. Students will become familiar with the subtypes of cancer in addition to the mechanisms of action of standard-of-care and emerging treatment modalities. Furthermore, students will learn about cutting-edge anti-cancer therapeutic strategies currently in development within the biotechnology and biopharmaceutical industries. Examples include nanotechnology, engineered biologics, immunotherapy, and gene therapy for the treatment of various cancers. The course will include in-depth research into the primary literature and student presentations of relevant advances in anticancer therapeutics. This course will provide a strong fundamental and applied understanding for all graduate students currently undergoing or looking to pursue research in cancer therapy and bioimaging. (3-0) Y