Cancer Immunology & Immunotherapy

certificate course is extremely beneficial to healthcare, research, and biotechnology professionsals. It provides specialized knowledge about the immune system's interactions with cancer cells, which is critical for understanding and creating successful treatments. Immunotherapy training course delivers up-to-date information on cutting-edge medicines like as checkpoint inhibitors and CAR-T cell therapy, reflecting the most recent breakthroughs and clinical studies, because cancer immunology is a continuously evolving subject. The field of cancer immunology is rapidly evolving with new research, therapies, and clinical trials emerging constantly.

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COURSE MODE

Online

COURSE DURATION

2 Months

ELIGIBILITY CRITERIA

MD, MBBS, BDS, MDS

About courses

  • Gain insights to the basics of tumor immunology.
  • Translate knowledge of immune system, for its clinical impact on patient care.
  • Analyze the benefit of novel immunotherapies including checkpoint blockade and CAR T cell therapy
  • Online sessions: 1-2/week
  • 4 practical sessions (out of which 2 will be interactive sessions)
  • Journal articles and other problem based learning approaches.
  • To understand the basics of tumor immunology.
  • To analyze the contrasting concepts of immune response to tumors and tumor evasion of the immune response.
  • To discuss the benefits of novel immunotherapies including checkpoint blockade and CAR T cell therapy.
  • To gain insights on the translation of immune system research to patient care, including the benefits of tumor Vaccines.

Course Director & Faculty

Dr. Radheshyam Naik

Course Director

Group Medical Advisor Medical Oncology

Dr. Srinivasa B J

Course Faculty

Consultant Medical Oncology

Dr. Vinod K Ramanii

Course Faculty

Consultant Preventive Oncology

Course Curriculum

01 Oral Precancer and Cancer

Basics-Part - 1
Basics-Part - 2
Self Reading - Momna - Article- Part 1
Pardoll - Article- Part 2
Self Reading - Understanding basics of cancer biology and immunology
Self-Assessment: Test Your Knowledge

02 Immune Surveillance in Cancer and Immune editing/escape

Immune Surveillance in Cancer and Immune editing/escape
Immune surveillance in cancer
Immunoediting
Self Reading
Self-Assessment: Test Your Knowledge

03 Tumor microenvironment

Tumor microenvironment
Self Reading - Tumor microenvironment
Self Reading
Self-Assessment: Test Your Knowledge

04 Innate and acquired immunity

Innate and acquired immunity
Self Reading
Self-Assessment: Test Your Knowledge

05 Cancer Infections

Cancer Infections
Self Reading
Self-Assessment: Test Your Knowledge

06 Immune suppression and immunological disorders

Immune suppression and immunological disorders
Self Reading - Immune suppression
Self Reading - Immunological disorders
Self-Assessment: Test Your Knowledge

07 Mechanism of checkpoint blockade, PDL-1, TIL, BCG

Mechanism of checkpoint blockade, PDL-1, TIL, BCG
Self Reading

08 Graft versus host disease

Graft versus host disease
Self Reading
Self-Assessment: Graft versus host disease

09 GBM- An example of immunosuppressed Cancer

GBM- An example of immunosuppressed Cancer
Self Reading
Self-Assessment: Test Your Knowledge

10 Combination of immunotherapy with chemo/RT/Surgery/Biological treatment

Combination of immunotherapy with chemo/RT/Surgery/Biological treatment
Self Reading
Self-Assessment: Test Your Knowledge

11 Car-T cells and other novel therapies.

Car-T cells and other novel therapies.
Self Reading
Self-Assessment: Test Your Knowledge

12 Bifunctional antibodies

Bifunctional antibodies
Self Reading
Self-Assessment: Test Your Knowledge

13 Immune effects of surgery, radiation, and chemotherapy

Immune effects of surgery, radiation, and chemotherapy
Self Reading
Self-Assessment: Test Your Knowledge

17 Future of immune oncology

Future of immune oncology Part - 1
Future of immune oncology Part - 2
Self Reading
Self-Assessment: Test Your Knowledge

15 Predictive Factors for Immunotherapy

Predictive Factors for Immunotherapy
Self Reading
Self-Assessment: Test Your Knowledge

16 BMT- Bone Marrow Transplant

BMT- Bone Marrow Transplant
Self Reading
Self-Assessment: Test Your Knowledge

17 MCQ's and Certification

Certificate of completion

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

01 What are the benefits of taking an online course?

Online courses offer flexibility, allowing you to learn at your own pace and on your own schedule. They also provide access to a wide range of subjects and expert instructors from around the world.

02 How do I enroll in a course?

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03 What are the technical requirements for taking an online course?

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04 Are there any prerequisites for the courses?

Prerequisites vary by course. Check the course description or syllabus for any required skills or prior knowledge needed before enrolling.

05 How is the course content delivered?

Course content is typically delivered through video lectures, readings, quizzes, and interactive activities. Some courses may also include live sessions or discussion forums.

06 Will I receive a certificate upon completion?

Yes, we offer a certificate of completion.

07 How long will it take to complete a course?

Course duration varies. You can find the estimated time to complete each course in the course description. Self-paced courses allow you to complete them at your own speed.

08 What if I need help during the course?

Our support team is available to assist with any technical issues or course-related questions. Additionally, many courses offer forums or discussion boards where you can seek help from instructors and fellow learners.

09 Can I access the course materials after I finish the course?

Access to course materials after completion varies by course. Some courses offer lifetime access, while others may have a limited access period.

10 What is the refund policy?

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