Modelling the Erosion of Epigenetic Landscapes in Cancer and Ageing

Offered By: Fields Institute via YouTube

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Explore a 21-minute lecture on modelling the erosion of epigenetic landscapes in cancer and ageing, presented by Daria Stepanova from the Centre de Recerca Matemàtica. Delve into the mathematics behind the hallmarks of cancer as part of the Fields Institute's program. Learn about the formation of epigenetic landscapes, rugged landscapes, and the hypothesis driving this research. Examine simulations that illustrate the concepts and gain insights into the complex interplay between cancer development and the aging process. Understand the limitations and potential implications of this mathematical approach to studying oncology and cellular aging.

Syllabus

Introduction
Formation of epigenetic landscapes
Model
Rugged Landscapes
Hypothesis
Simulations
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