Master of Arts [M.A] [Oncological Sciences] From University of Utah

Students should develop deep knowledge in the least one area of modern cancer biology, e.g. transcriptional regulation and epigenetics, cancer genetics, animal models of gastrointestinal, breast, and lung cancers, and cancer cell biology including signaling, apoptosis, and metabolism. Training is primarily provided through research in a productive and stimulating laboratory environment. This individualized training is supplemented with a range of opportunities to learn many diverse aspects of cancer biology through organized journal clubs, joint group meetings and to develop skills to critically evaluate research literature and proposals.

Learning Outcomes

• Students should demonstrate a broad understanding of the mechanisms that underlie tumorigenesis and the approaches to conducting cutting-edge research in cancer biology.
• Students should demonstrate a deep understanding of at least one area of contemporary research in cancer biology.
• Students should be able to critically evaluate contemporary cancer research literature and cancer research programs.
• Students should accomplish original research and demonstrate competency in performing contemporary cancer biology research.