Introduction to molecular biology of cancer and pharmacological treatment.

Year
1

Academic year
2023-2024

Code
02051811

Subject Area
Health

Language of Instruction
Portuguese

Mode of Delivery
Face-to-face

Duration
SEMESTRIAL

ECTS Credits
6.0

Type
Compulsory

Level
2nd Cycle Studies - Mestrado

Recommended Prerequisites

Teaching Methods

Learning Outcomes

GENERAL OBJECTIVE:
Know the molecular bases and therapeutic strategies of cancer
Specific objectives:
• Functional characterization of the genes involved in the tumor process
• Mechanism of action of the main antineoplastic agents

Work Placement(s)

Syllabus

THEORETICAL CLASSES
• Characteristics of the tumor cell
• Oncogenes
• Tumor suppressor genes
• Genes involved in tumor susceptibility
• Signal pathways involved in cell proliferation and differentiation processes
• Molecular bases of early diagnosis and prevention of cancer
• Therapeutic strategies
• Clinical trials
SEMINARS
• Discussion of scientific articles
• Design of a scientific mini project

Assessment Methods

Assessment
Mini research project: 25.0%
Oral presentation of an article: 25.0%
Multiple choice test: 50.0%

Bibliography

Será apresentada na 1º aula. / Be presented on the first class.