The following sections provide an overview of the departmental graduate studies programs. The requirements listed are those of the individual departments and must be taken in conjunction with the general requirements of the Graduate School. For further information regarding graduate studies in the medical sciences, consult the specific departments or contact: Office of the Associate Dean for Research, USC School of Medicine, 1975 Zonal Avenue (KAM 300), Los Angeles, CA 90033; (213) 342-1607, (213) 342-1610 (FAX).
502ab Problems and Techniques in Cancer Research (3-3) An interdisciplinary overview of major research problems and lab techniques in cancer, growth, and differentiation for preclinical graduate students. One half-day weekly of lectures, demonstrations, and discussion.
504 Molecular Biology of Cancer (4) Epidemiology, pathobiology, carcinogenesis, tumor biology and heterogeneity; retroviruses, oncogenes, cell cycle control, genetics of cancer, tumor immunology; treatment strategies. Prerequisite: MICB 501.
516L DNA and Protein Sequence Analysis by Computer and E-mail (1, Irregular) An introduction to DNA and protein sequence retrieval and analysis using selected computer software and Internet e-mail. Recommended preparation: undergraduate biochemistry.
555 Biochemical and Molecular Bases of Disease (4) Biochemical and molecular abnormalities in disease states. Prerequisite: general biochemistry.
620 Medical Students Elective Program (0) Opportunities for medical students as preceptors in research laboratories or in field medical service under guidance of sponsors approved by faculty committees. Graded CR/NC.
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