University of Washington

Challenges in Molecular Medicine
MOLMED 504, 1.5 credits

Each year, this class focuses on an important topic in medicine and science. Lectures introduce clinical and basic science background, followed by a seminar/discussion with speakers. Lectures are open to interested parties. The post-lecture seminar/discussion is open only to enrolled students.

In the spring of 2012, Challenges explored the question "Why have we not made more progress in treating cancer?" The course was chaired by Dr. Tony Blau, Professor of Medicine and Co-director of the Institute for Stem Cell and Regenerative Medicine.

Webcasts View the Webcasts of the Challenges 2009 Lectures

Course Syllabi

2008 Syllabus: Challenges in Gene Therapy
2009 Syllabus: Hepatitis C Virus--A Global Pandemic
2010 Syllabus: Challenges in Stem Cell Research
2011 Syllabus: The Neurobiology of Addiction
2012 Syllabus: Challenges in Cancer Treatment

Sponsorship by:

University of Washington HHMI Gates Foundation Seattle Biomed

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