This is the English version of The Cancer Code: Exploring Hidden Risks in Daily Life,reworked using AI-generated voice narration.
Malignant tumors rank as the leading cause of death in Taiwan. However, the complex process by which normal cells transform into cancer cells is not yet fully understood. This course will introduce the environmental and genetic factors related to the development of malignant tumors that we encounter in daily life. Practical example questions are designed, such as: How can we distinguish between benign and malignant tumors? If I eat instant noodles every day, will I get cancer? Does a vegetarian diet reduce the risk of cancer? Through a problem-based learning approach, learners’ understanding will be assessed. The course scenarios are designed to help learners think about how to prevent tumor formation in daily life, explore questions in life sciences, make proper use of biotechnological tools, and address current global challenges to human health.
The course helps the general public gain a deeper understanding of how cancer works, while also supporting students in biochemistry-related fields to enhance their learning.
Professor Lin, Yun-Wei Department of Biochemical Science and Technology, National Chiayi University
Profile
Research Interests
Molecular Oncology
Molecular Biology
Signal Transduction
Genetics and Cytotoxicology
DNA Repair
Highest Degree
Ph.D., Department of Life Sciences, National Tsing Hua University
Professional Experience
Professor, Department of Biochemical Science and Technology, National Chiayi University; concurrently Director of Student Affairs (Aug 2020 – Jan 2022)
Professor, Department of Biochemical Science and Technology, National Chiayi University; concurrently Associate Dean of Academic Affairs (Feb 2018 – Jul 2020)
Professor, Department of Biochemical Science and Technology, National Chiayi University; concurrently Department Chair (Aug 2014 – Jul 2017)
Associate Professor, Department of Biochemical Science and Technology, National Chiayi University (Aug 2009 – Jul 2014)
Assistant Professor, Department of Biochemical Science and Technology, National Chiayi University (Aug 2006 – Jul 2009)
Postdoctoral Researcher, Department of Life Sciences, National Tsing Hua University (Jun 2003 – Jul 2006)
Unit 1:Concept of Tumorigenesis
Unit 2:Relationship Between DNA Repair Systems and Mutations
Unit 3:Understanding Oncogenes
Unit 4:Understanding Tumor Suppressor Genes
Unit 5:Cancer Treatment Methods
Unit 6:Gene Therapy
Unit 7:Understanding Cell Therapy
Unit 8:Apoptosis
This course spans 6 weeks in total. Each week, video lectures and in-class quizzes will be provided to assess learning outcomes.
This course requires no prior knowledge and is suitable for all learners interested in the field of biochemistry.
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