J1509100 Cancer Biology

Hiroshima University Syllabus

Japanese

Academic Year 2026Year School/Graduate School School of Dentistry Program of Dentistry

Lecture Code J1509100 Subject Classification Specialized Education

Subject Name がんの生物学

Subject Name
（Katakana）ガンノセイブツガク

Subject Name in
English Cancer Biology

Instructor FUJII MAKIKO,HINOI TAKAO

Instructor
(Katakana) フジイ　マキコ,ヒノイ　タカオ

Campus Kasumi Semester/Term 5th-Year, First Semester, 2Term

Days, Periods, and Classrooms (2T) Weds7-8：DEN Lecture Rm 7

Lesson Style Lecture Lesson Style
(More Details) Face-to-face

Lecture and practice in terminal chamber

Credits 1.0 Class Hours/Week 2 Language of Instruction B : Japanese／English

Course Level 4 : Undergraduate Advanced

Course Area（Area） 26 : Biological and Life Sciences

Course Area（Discipline） 03 : Basic Biology

Eligible Students fifth grade

Keywords human genome, cancer genome, medical genetics, personalized medicine, SNP, genome polymorphism, epigenetics, miRNA

Special Subject for Teacher Education 　 Special Subject 　

Class Status
within Educational
Program
(Applicable only to targeted subjects for undergraduate students) Based on fundamental knowledge of cell biology and basic genomic medicine, this course introduces the latest advances and future perspectives in the rapidly evolving field of cancer therapy.
Criterion referenced
Evaluation
(Applicable only to targeted subjects for undergraduate students) Dentistry
（Knowledge and Understanding）
・Knowledge regarding basic and clinical dental medicine
・Knowledge of life sciences
（Comprehensive Abilities）
・Rich humanity, understanding of professional responsibilities of a dentist, and general capabilities including basic knowledge, skills, and attitude required for putting such responsibilities into practice

Class Objectives
/Class Outline Based on fundamental knowledge of the human genome, students will develop an accurate understanding of disease mechanisms, novel diagnostic methods, and new therapeutic approaches. Considering current research and societal trends, this course also provides fundamental knowledge of genomic medicine that will be essential for future healthcare professionals.

Class Schedule Lessen 1. Review of genomic medicine: Cancer development from the perspective of the human genome
Lessen 2. Characteristics of the cancer genome
Lessen 3. Cancer and genetic mutations
Lessen 4. Hereditary and non-hereditary cancers
Lessen 5. Understanding cancer therapies based on the mechanisms of cancer development
Lessen 6. The role of bioinformatics in cancer treatment
Dr. Rui Yamaguchi, Division Head, Aichi Cancer Center Research Institute
Lessen 7. Cancer genomic diagnosis and its application to treatment
Professor Takao Hinoi, Hiroshima University Hospital

The final examination will be conducted in person in a written format. Report assignments will be uploaded to Moodle after each class. The examination questions will be based on the report assignments.

Text/Reference
Books,etc. DeVita "Cancer principles and practice of Oncology"

PC or AV used in
Class,etc. Text, Handouts, Audio Materials, moodle

(More Details) Moodle (PC) to submit assignments, White/Black boards, LCD projector, personal PC in terminal chamber

Learning techniques to be incorporated Post-class Report

Suggestions on
Preparation and
Review Before each lecture, please review the relevant chapter to familiarize yourself with the content. During the lecture, focus on understanding the overall structure of the material and take notes for later review.

Requirements

Grading Method Credit Eligibility
Students who achieve a score of 60% or higher on the final examination will be eligible to receive credit for the course.

Practical Experience

Summary of Practical Experience and Class Contents based on it

Message We strongly recommend taking this course to understand emerging topics based on genetics that are expected to become increasingly important in the future of medicine.

Other

Please fill in the class improvement questionnaire which is carried out on all classes.
Instructors will reflect on your feedback and utilize the information for improving their teaching.

Academic Year	2026Year	School/Graduate School	School of Dentistry Program of Dentistry
Lecture Code	J1509100	Subject Classification	Specialized Education
Subject Name	がんの生物学
Subject Name （Katakana）	ガンノセイブツガク
Subject Name in English	Cancer Biology
Instructor	FUJII MAKIKO,HINOI TAKAO
Instructor (Katakana)	フジイ　マキコ,ヒノイ　タカオ
Campus	Kasumi	Semester/Term	5th-Year, First Semester, 2Term
Days, Periods, and Classrooms	(2T) Weds7-8：DEN Lecture Rm 7
Lesson Style	Lecture	Lesson Style (More Details)	Face-to-face
Lecture and practice in terminal chamber
Credits	1.0	Class Hours/Week	2	Language of Instruction	B : Japanese／English
Course Level	4 : Undergraduate Advanced
Course Area（Area）	26 : Biological and Life Sciences
Course Area（Discipline）	03 : Basic Biology
Eligible Students	fifth grade
Keywords	human genome, cancer genome, medical genetics, personalized medicine, SNP, genome polymorphism, epigenetics, miRNA
Special Subject for Teacher Education		Special Subject
Class Status within Educational Program (Applicable only to targeted subjects for undergraduate students)	Based on fundamental knowledge of cell biology and basic genomic medicine, this course introduces the latest advances and future perspectives in the rapidly evolving field of cancer therapy.
Criterion referenced Evaluation (Applicable only to targeted subjects for undergraduate students)	Dentistry （Knowledge and Understanding）・Knowledge regarding basic and clinical dental medicine ・Knowledge of life sciences （Comprehensive Abilities）・Rich humanity, understanding of professional responsibilities of a dentist, and general capabilities including basic knowledge, skills, and attitude required for putting such responsibilities into practice
Class Objectives /Class Outline	Based on fundamental knowledge of the human genome, students will develop an accurate understanding of disease mechanisms, novel diagnostic methods, and new therapeutic approaches. Considering current research and societal trends, this course also provides fundamental knowledge of genomic medicine that will be essential for future healthcare professionals.
Class Schedule	Lessen 1. Review of genomic medicine: Cancer development from the perspective of the human genome Lessen 2. Characteristics of the cancer genome Lessen 3. Cancer and genetic mutations Lessen 4. Hereditary and non-hereditary cancers Lessen 5. Understanding cancer therapies based on the mechanisms of cancer development Lessen 6. The role of bioinformatics in cancer treatment Dr. Rui Yamaguchi, Division Head, Aichi Cancer Center Research Institute Lessen 7. Cancer genomic diagnosis and its application to treatment Professor Takao Hinoi, Hiroshima University Hospital The final examination will be conducted in person in a written format. Report assignments will be uploaded to Moodle after each class. The examination questions will be based on the report assignments.
Text/Reference Books,etc.	DeVita "Cancer principles and practice of Oncology"
PC or AV used in Class,etc.	Text, Handouts, Audio Materials, moodle
(More Details)	Moodle (PC) to submit assignments, White/Black boards, LCD projector, personal PC in terminal chamber
Learning techniques to be incorporated	Post-class Report
Suggestions on Preparation and Review	Before each lecture, please review the relevant chapter to familiarize yourself with the content. During the lecture, focus on understanding the overall structure of the material and take notes for later review.
Requirements
Grading Method	Credit Eligibility Students who achieve a score of 60% or higher on the final examination will be eligible to receive credit for the course.
Practical Experience
Summary of Practical Experience and Class Contents based on it
Message	We strongly recommend taking this course to understand emerging topics based on genetics that are expected to become increasingly important in the future of medicine.
Other
Please fill in the class improvement questionnaire which is carried out on all classes. Instructors will reflect on your feedback and utilize the information for improving their teaching.

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