Get up to speed on the main molecular biology tools used in the approach to rare cancers and give your profession a boost"

The postgraduate certificate in Molecular Biology Tools for the Agnostic Approach to Rare Cancer will give the student the opportunity to start from scratch, reviewing concepts of molecular oncology in relation to genetics, epigenetics, ctDNA and RNA. Once these aspects are known, students will have in-depth knowledge of the study of tumor DNA, both in solid biopsy and liquid biopsy. The student will be able to study aspects of the genome, the exome and sequencing panels; and will be familiar with the available platforms and current applications. In addition, students will also be able to develop skills in germline DNA, becoming familiar with the concepts of variants and polymorphisms, delving into germline alterations.

Likewise, knowledge in the study of messenger RNA will be provided, developing in-depth content about the transcriptome, RNA sequencing panels (Nanostring) and Single cell  RNA. All this will be completed with epigenetic concepts: methylome and methylation panels, as well as non-coding RNA and chromatin modifications.

In this program, the experts, all of them referents in each area of knowledge, will develop aspects related to the context of this spectrum of pathologies, will present the clinical and molecular vision, will show their diagnostic and therapeutic approaches and will explain complementary aspects such as their research and institutional environment or the global reality of the patients who suffer from them.

In addition, students will be able to complete the program at their own pace, without being subject to fixed schedules or the travel involved in classroom teaching, so they can combine it with the rest of their daily obligations.

Learn about the latest developments in this type of rare pathologies with the molecular biology tools used for this purpose"

This postgraduate certificate in Molecular Biology Tools for the Agnostic Approach to Rare Cancer contains the most complete and up-to-date scientific program on the market. Its most notable features are:

• Case studies presented by experts in oncology
• The graphic, schematic, and practical contents with which they are created, provide scientific and practical information on the disciplines that are essential for professional development
• News on Molecular Biology Tools for the Agnostic Approach to Rare Cancer
• Practical exercises where the self-assessment process can be carried out to improve learning
• Special emphasis on innovative methodologies in the Agnostic Approach to Rare Cancer
• Theoretical lessons, questions to the expert, debate forums on controversial topics, and individual reflection work
• Content that is accessible from any fixed or portable device with an Internet connection

This postgraduate certificate is the best investment you can make in the selection of a refresher program for two reasons: in addition to updating your knowledge in Molecular Biology Tools for the Agnostic Approach to Rare Cancer, you will obtain a qualification from the leading online university: TECH”

The teaching staff includes professionals from the Oncology sector, who bring their experience to this educational program, as well as renowned specialists from leading societies and prestigious universities.

The multimedia content, developed with the latest educational technology, will provide the professional with situated and contextual learning, i.e., a simulated environment that will provide an immersive program designed to learn in real situations.

This program is designed around Problem-Based Learning, whereby the specialist must try to solve the different professional practice situations that arise throughout the program. For this purpose, the professional will be assisted by an innovative interactive video system created by renowned and experienced experts.

Incorporate new technologies into daily practice, knowing their advances, limitations and future potential"

You will acquire the knowledge you need about molecular biology tools for the study of rare tumors through quality content"

The program design of this postgraduate certificate in Molecular Biology Tools for the Agnostic Approach to Rare Cancer will allow students to delve into a field of medicine that is under constant research. This way, you will update your professional profile and boost your career in a field of study that is scarce of specialists. The program has been designed by a team of experts with contents that will enable the future graduate to reach the proposed objectives. However, you will be fully empowered to deal with the latest advances and the newest treatments currently being applied. For this reason, TECH has established a series of general and specific objectives for the satisfaction of future graduates, as follows:

You will learn in depth about the operation of tumor registries and face-to-face or virtual molecular committees"

General Objectives

• Acquire concepts and knowledge regarding the epidemiology, clinical, diagnosis and treatment of infrequent tumors, agnostic diagnoses and cancers of unknown origin
• Know how to apply the diagnostic algorithms and evaluate the prognosis of this pathology
• Be able to integrate knowledge and face the complexity of formulating clinical and diagnostic judgments based on the available clinical information
• Know how to apply acquired knowledge and problem-solving skills in new or unfamiliar environments within broader (or multidisciplinary) contexts related to the area of study
• Know how to establish complex therapeutic plans in the context of the pathology in question Have a deeper knowledge of specific treatment networks, reference centers, clinical trials
• Incorporate new technologies into daily practice, knowing their advances, limitations and future potential
• Acquire knowledge about molecular biology tools for the study of these tumors
• Have thorough knowledge and use Tumor Registries
• Know and use the face-to-face or virtual Molecular Committees
• Understand fundamental aspects of biobank operation
• Specialize in interprofessional relationship tools for the treatment of orphan, agnostic and cancer of unknown origin and to access expert networks in the different pathology groups
• Know how to apply knowledge to solve clinical and research problems in the area of rare pathology
• Know how to communicate conclusions, knowledge, and supporting arguments to specialized and non-specialized audiences in a clear and unambiguous way
• Acquire the learning skills to enable further studying in a largely self-directed or autonomous manner
• Possess and understand knowledge that provides a basis or opportunity to be original in the development and/or application of ideas, often in a research context
• Understand the social responsibility due to rare diseases 

Specific Objectives

• Acquire the ability to use molecular biology tools for an agnostic approach to rare cancers
• Deepen the knowledge of the study of tumor DNA, both in solid biopsy and liquid biopsy
• Study aspects of the genome, the exome and sequencing panels; and to learn about the available platforms and current applications
• Develop skills in germline DNA, becoming familiar with the concepts of variants and polymorphisms and being able to study germline alterations in depth
• Provide the necessary knowledge in the study of messenger RNA, developing content about the transcriptome, RNA sequencing panels (Nanostring) and Single Cell  RNA
• Know in depth the development, present and future of drug sensing in primary cell culture and organoids
• Complete the training in immunotherapy with its aspects related to molecular biology, knowing concepts such as mutational load, neoantigens, microbiota or adoptive cell therapy

Take the opportunity and take the step to get up to date on the latest developments in Molecular Biology Tools for the Agnostic Approach to Rare Cancer"