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Major Overview for Oncology and Cancer Biology

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Overview for Oncology and Cancer Biology

A program that focuses on the scientific study of carcinogens; the onset of malignancy in cells, tissues, blood, and organs; the genetics of cancer; the anatomy and physiology of cancer cells; and the study of cancer behaviors and treatments. Includes instruction in gene expression; oncogenes and tumor suppressor genes; viral genes and cancer proliferation; regulation of signal transduction; cancer proteins; hormonal and growth factors in cancer cells; tumor promotion, progression, and metastasis; carcinogen receptors and metabolism; carcinogen ecology; immunological targeting; and studies of genetic, chemical, radiologic and other treatment therapies.

Careers for Oncology and Cancer Biology Majors

A major in Oncology and Cancer Biology is highly relevant for the following careers. National averages for wages in each career is provided.

Colleges Offering a Major in Oncology and Cancer Biology

Unfortunately, we were unable to find any undergraduate programs for this major.