BIO 212 - Radiobiology

 
Description
This is a course which introduces the properties of different types of radiation and their biological effects, both beneficial and harmful. The course details the effects of radiation at the molecular, cellular, tissue and organ system level.

1. Identify radiosensitive components of the cell.
2. Discuss radiation effects on the cell cycle.
3. Describe factors influencing radiation response of cells and tissues.
4. Differentiate between direct and indirect effects of ionizing radiation.
5. Evaluate factors influencing radiobiologic/biophysical events at the cellular and subcellular level.
6. Explain the concept of LD50/30.
7. List the effects of electromagnetic and particulate radiation on cells and tissues.
8. Explain the Laws of Bergonie and Tribondeau.
9. Compare the relationship of time, dose, fractionation, volume and site to radiation effects.

1. Cell biology review
2. Cellular response to radiation
3. Direct and indirect effects of radiation
4. Modification of cell and tissue response to radiation and the concept of LD 50/30
5. Laws of Bergonie and Tribondeau
6. Variations in radiation effects due to time, dose, fraction and volume

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