About the Viral Oncology Course
Program Highlights
Course Curriculum
Module 1: Foundations of Viral Oncology
- Explore oncogenic viruses and their mechanisms of cellular transformation
- Identify key cancer-associated viruses including HPV, EBV, HBV, HCV, HTLV, and KSHV
- Investigate the molecular basis of viral integration and genome instability
- Analyze epidemiological data and global burden of virus-induced cancers
Module 2: Host–Virus Interactions and Oncogenesis
- Examine immune evasion strategies, chronic inflammation, and tumor promotion
- Characterize viral oncoproteins and their disruption of tumor suppressor pathways
- Map cell signaling pathways hijacked by oncogenic viruses
- Evaluate co-factors influencing viral carcinogenesis including co-infection, lifestyle, and genetics
Module 3: Molecular Diagnostics and Detection Technologies
- Apply PCR, RT-PCR, ELISA, and in situ hybridization for viral cancer diagnostics
- Utilize next-generation sequencing (NGS) for comprehensive viral genome analysis
- Discover and validate biomarkers in virally driven cancers
- Implement AI-powered image analysis and digital pathology in viral oncology workflows
Module 4: Therapeutic Interventions and Antiviral Strategies
- Design antiviral therapies and targeted cancer treatment protocols
- Develop vaccination and prophylaxis strategies including HPV and HBV vaccines
- Harness immunotherapy and virus-specific T-cell responses for cancer treatment
- Evaluate CRISPR applications, oncolytic virotherapy, and precision oncology frontiers
Module 5: Clinical Case Studies and Translational Research
- Analyze real-world clinical cases of viral-associated malignancies
- Interpret diagnostic workflows from sample collection to molecular reporting
- Assess treatment outcomes and therapeutic resistance mechanisms
Module 6: Emerging Frontiers and Ethical Dimensions
- Investigate oncolytic virotherapy as a burgeoning therapeutic modality
- Navigate ethical considerations surrounding virus-based cancer therapies
- Forecast future directions in viral oncology research and clinical application
Tools, Techniques, or Platforms Covered
RT-PCR
ELISA
in situ hybridization
next-generation sequencing
AI-powered digital pathology
CRISPR-Cas9
bioinformatics platforms
Real-World Applications
- Apply Viral Oncology skills directly to academic research, thesis work, and publications
- Build a professional portfolio showcasing practical Biotechnology competencies
- Solve industry-relevant problems using Viral Oncology methodologies and tools
- Contribute to open-source projects and collaborative research in Biotechnology
- Prepare for competitive examinations, interviews, and professional certifications in Biotechnology
Who Should Attend & Prerequisites
- Industry-recognized e-Certification + e-Marksheet from NSTC
- Hands-on training with practical projects and industrial datasets
- Dedicated expert mentorship and doubt resolution
Prerequisites: include a foundational understanding of molecular biology, cell biology, and basic immunology. Familiarity with laboratory techniques in molecular biology is recommended but not mandatory.







