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Explore the intersection of ecological and evolutionary principles with cancer biology through this 35-minute didactic lecture that examines theoretical frameworks and mathematical models used to understand cancer as an evolutionary and ecological process. Learn how ecological concepts such as competition, predation, and resource limitation apply to tumor dynamics, and discover how evolutionary theory helps explain cancer progression, metastasis, and treatment resistance. Delve into mathematical modeling approaches that simulate cancer cell populations, their interactions with the tumor microenvironment, and the selective pressures that drive malignant transformation. Gain insights into how these interdisciplinary perspectives are revolutionizing our understanding of cancer biology and informing new therapeutic strategies that leverage ecological and evolutionary principles to improve patient outcomes.
