You've learned about the Cell Cycle and Mitosis so far in class, and we've talked about the basics of cancer and tumor formation. Now you'll be doing some research on a particular type of cancer that you'll share with the class next week.
Here's what you'll need to learn:
- details and background on your particular cancer type; history, facts, and figures
- any various forms that exist with your type
- risk factors and genetic causes
- human systems invovled (related to symptoms in a way) - how is the body affected?
- treatment (current options and future treatment/clinical trials)
Here's how you'll share that information:
- a 2 page paper on your topic. This is a fairly brief paper, but it will need to be very detailed. It should include a formal bibliography, so keep track of your sources as you so your research.
- a 5 minute PowerPoint presentation to the class that covers the required information
Each part will count equally towards your grade, and they'll both need to be posted on your blog next week.
The paper is due on Monday 5/7. Presentations will start on Tuesday 5/8.
Getting started. The websites below should be a good place to start. You should also look to see if your cancer type has an organization dedicated to current research on treatment, etc. Those websites will help you to find additional information.
National Cancer Institute
American Cancer Society
Dana-Farber Cancer Institute
St. Jude's Research Hospital Cancer Resources
