The Biology of Cancer

Harvard Extension School

BIOS E-150

Section 1

CRN 17135

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This course explores the cell and molecular biology underpinnings of cancer and connects that biological understanding with clinical challenges. Topics such as DNA repair, cell cycle regulation, growth factors, signal transduction mechanisms, and apoptosis are discussed in the context of oncogenesis and tumor formation. The principles behind cancer diagnosis, prevention, and therapeutic management are covered both through general principles and focusing on specific cancer types. Class sessions are case-based and emphasize collaborative group discussions.

Instructor Info

Ryan Si-Wai Lee, PhD

Lecturer on Cell Biology, Harvard Medical School and Director of Science Instruction and the Premedical Program, Harvard Extension School


Meeting Info

W 5:30pm - 7:30pm (9/2 - 12/20)

Participation Option: Online Synchronous

Deadlines

Last day to register: August 28, 2025

Additional Time Commitments

Required sections for undergraduate-credit students, optional sections for graduate-credit students to be arranged.

Prerequisites

BIOS E-1ax and BIOS E-16, or the equivalent; BIOS E-12 recommended.

Notes

This course meets via web conference. Students must attend and participate at the scheduled meeting time. See minimum technology requirements.

All Sections of this Course

CRN Section # Participation Option(s) Instructor Section Status Meets Term Dates
33128 1 Online Synchronous Steven Theroux Open TTh 12:00pm - 3:00pm
Jun 23 to Aug 8
17135 1 Online Synchronous Ryan Lee Open W 5:30pm - 7:30pm
Sep 2 to Dec 20