Reference no: EM133663610
Assignment:
1) There are several viruses associated with human cancers. Name one of the viruses and share how and what cancer they contribute to. Some examples are Epstein-Barr virus, Human papillomavirus, and Kaposi's sarcoma-associated herpesvirus. Your response must be at least five sentences to receive full credit.
2) Choose one of the below risk factors, then describe how eliminating them helps prevent cancer.
Risk Factors:
a. Cigarette smoking
b. Alcohol
c. UV rays
d. Radiation
e. Poor diet
3) Explain why symptoms such as nausea, vomiting and hair loss are typical side effects of chemotherapeutic drugs.
4) Explain each of the following word
- What are nanotechnology based drugs?
- What are some of the challenges that nanotechnology-based drugs face?
5) Describe familial (hereditary) cancers and sporadic (non-hereditary) cancers. Then give an example of each.
6) The hallmarks of cancer are a conceptual framework for understanding the biological diversity of cancer and understanding the multi-step process of progression from normal cells to a neoplastic state. Eight hallmarks and two enabling characteristics of cancer have been identified. Choose two of hallmarks/characteristics and define, describe, and provide an example of how they are used as therapeutic targets. To receive full credit you must:
1. Identify a hallmark/characteristic
2. Define the hallmark/characteristic.
3. Describe it's function/mechanism (how it works).
4. Provide example of how it is a therapeutic target.
5. Identify another hallmark/characteristic and answer numbers 2-4.