Biology of Cancer (BIO 352)

Term: 2023-2024 Spring Term

Faculty

Lindsy BoatengShow MyInfo popup for Lindsy Boateng

Lindsy.Boateng@Newberry.edu

Interim Dean of Health Professions, Sciences, and Mathematics

Associate Professor of Biology

 

Courses:  Cell Biology; Genetics; Human Heredity; Animal Development; Pharmacology; Biology of Cancer; Biological Science

 

Office Hours Fall 2025

Location- SCM 211:

Monday 8:00 - 10:00 am in DNH 122 (Nursing & HS)

Tuesday  10:00 - 12:00 in SCM 211 (Science & Math)

Thursday  10:00 - 12:00 in SCM 211 (Science & Math)

Friday 8:00 - 10:00 am in DNH 122 (Nursing & HS)

 

*Email me for appointment requests outside of these times.

 

Schedule

Tue-Thu, 9:15 AM - 10:30 AM (1/29/2024 - 5/8/2024) Location: MAIN SCM 218

Description

Introduction to the characteristics of cancer cells, the process of carcinogenesis, methods of cellular invasion and metastasis. Characterization of tumor types and various cancer origins. Function of cancer-causing genes, inheritance, and role of mutagenesis. Treatment methods including traditional irradiation, immunology, drug development, and prevention. Review current research literature at leading edge of new discoveries.