Center for Talent Development (CTD) Equinox Session 1 - Introduction to Oncology
Northwestern Summer Programs
Date/Time: Jun 28, 2020 - Jul 17, 2020
Ages:
14-17
Cost: $4,135.00
Registration deadline: Jun 12, 2020
PREREQUISITE: High School Biology Explore what the National Cancer Institute calls the first question in understanding the biology of cancer: what is normal cellular behavior? Guided by Hanahan and Weinberg’s “Hallmarks of Cancer” framework, investigate genetic and epigenetic expression on cellular outcomes, including sustained proliferative signaling, replicative immortality, and activation of metastasis. Review available and potential therapies and clinical interventions. Lecture and discussion are supported by labs.
Location
Northwestern University Office of Summer Session and Special Programs
405 Church Street
Evanston, IL 60208