BIT 555
Cancer Drug Discovery and Development
Section: 001

Course Description

Understanding the molecular and cellular events involved in tumor formation, progression, and metastasis are crucial to the development of innovative therapies for individuals suffering from cancer. Basic research has provided much insight into these pathways through the use of biochemical, molecular, and genetic analyses in yeast, cell culture, mice and other model systems. In this course, we will explore the major discoveries in cancer biology, the laboratory tools and techniques used in cancer drug discovery, and the recent advances in cancer therapies with a focus on the primary scientific literature.

Fall 8W2 2026


Instructors

Meeting Patterns

Classes Start:
October 8, 2026
Classes End:
December 1, 2026
Location:
06136 Jordan Hall
Class Days:
T
Class Start Time:
12:50pm
Class End Time:
2:40pm

Course Information

Class Type:
Lecture
Credits:
2.00
Restrictions:
Prerequisite: BIT 410 or BIT 510 or BCH 454