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Introduction to the Biology of Cancer covers the molecular biology behind oncogenes and tumor suppressor genes, then connects it to how cancer is actually diagnosed and treated — imaging, radiology, and clinical trials included.
A beginner-level course open to anyone curious about the science of cancer, whether pursuing a healthcare career or simply wanting to understand a disease that touches most families. It's a substantial course with 231,206 learners.
Given the scale of the disease it addresses — over 8 million deaths worldwide annually — this is genuinely useful knowledge well beyond just a career credential.
Skills you'll gain: Oncology, Medical Imaging, Radiology, Diagnostic Radiology, Mammography, Molecular Biology, X-Ray Computed Tomography, Clinical Trials, Molecular, Cellular, and Microbiology, Radiation Therapy, Cell Biology, Treatment Planning, Patient Treatment, Pathology, Epidemiology.
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