Department
Medicine
Sponsor(s)
Description
In the area of laboratory research, students may elect to participate in a project concerning mechanisms of tumor cell kill via apoptosis or clonogenic death. Emphasis is on ionizing radiation and the role of endothelium in the tumor response. Translational research using human tumor xenografts is routine.
Prerequisites Other than Third Year Rotations
Interview with sponsor.
Offered (Course module dates)
A (July 6 - July 30) [Closed to international students]
B (August 2 - August 27) [Closed to international students]
C (August 30 - September 24)
D (September 27 - October 22)
E (October 25 - November 19)
F (November 22 - December 17)
G (January 3 - January 28)
H (January 31 - February 25)
I (February 28 - March 25)
J (April 4 - April 29)
K (May 2 - May 27)
L (May 30 - June 24)
Notes:
- For any holidays listed, students must consult with the Medical Student Coordinator to determine whether they are released from their responsibilities.
- In the Clinical Medicine and Oncology Sub-Internship, students will be expected to take "short call" once or twice during the week in addition to one Saturday and/or Sunday during the four-week elective. No overnight call is taken.
Duration
Two to three modules
Students per Module
WMCCU 2; outside 1
Phone
646-888-2174
