Part 1: Cancer Subtype Details
1. Select a Cancer Subtype: Choose a cancer subtype (Table 1 in Assignment 1) for your
assignment. It should be the same cancer subtype used in Assignment 1.
2. Cancer Biology: Provide a detailed description of the chosen cancer biology. Discuss the
origins of cancer, the specific mutations/signalling pathways involved, metastatic
mechanisms, etc. Include relevant scientific diagrams or figures to enhance your
explanation.
3. Cancer Statistics: Describe cancer statistics focusing on Canadian population.
4. Risk Factors: Explore the major known risk factors for this cancer type focussing on
known carcinogens.
5. Treatment: Describe current standard of care treatments for this cancer type.
Part 2: Future Directions
6. Identifying Knowledge Gaps: Explore the areas where we lack complete understanding
of this cancer. Consider questions like: Are there other risks we haven’t fully studied yet?
Do we need better treatments? Why does this cancer have a high mortality rate, and who
is most at risk? Is late-stage detection common, and if so, why haven’t we developed
better detection methods? Back up your points with scientific evidence.
7. Future Research Directions: Determine the next steps to improve patient outcomes.
Focus on one aspect: prevention, early screening, or treatment. Highlight recent research
findings aiming to address these gaps. This could include new drug trials, studies
uncovering additional risk factors, or improved screening methods to catch the disease
sooner.
Part 3: Essay Format (2000-2500 words) with a Specific Thesis
9. Thesis Statement: Craft a clear and concise thesis statement that encapsulates the main
argument or perspective of your essay.
10. Organizational Structure: Organize your essay in an engaging and informative manner.
Ensure a logical flow of ideas and use creative elements to capture the reader’s interest.
Include subheadings for each part to enhance clarity.
Part 6: Sources
11. Citations: Use relevant academic sources as discussed in lectures. Use at least 6 peer-
reviewed articles. Follow APA format for citations. Ensure proper formatting with 1-inch
margins, 12-point Times New Roman font, and double spacing.
Submission Instructions:
• Submit a comprehensive essay adhering to the provided format and citation guidelines.
• Utilize scientific language and provide accurate, referenced information.
• Maintain scientific integrity, ethical standards, and creativity throughout the assignment
