Gliomas are the primary brain tumors of the central nervous system. The prognosis, especially for high-grade gliomas, is dismal; the treatment of these tumors represents an unmet need in medicine. This book, contributed by an excellent team of clinicians and basic scientists, touches upon several critical aspects of glioma research and clinical therapies. There is a considerable emphasis on translational efforts. The 13 chapters of the book cover aspects of clinically-relevant models, glioma stem-like cells, IDH mutations, integrated approach for better patient outcome, abnormal cholesterol and other metabolic processes, bioinformatics for survival prediction, molecular signature for prognostication, neuro-functional monitoring during surgery, glioma-related epilepsy, and glioneuronal tumors along with various natural and synthetic drug candidates currently under evaluation. As such, the individual contributions provide a glimpse on the magnitude of challenges and potential solutions in a variety of research areas. This book will likely be interest to a wide audience seeking more information on challenges gliomas present to both scientists and clinicians.
Type of Material:
Open (Access) Textbook
Recommended Uses:
This book could supplement in-class cancer studies to go further into gliomas.
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Reading assignment
Technical Requirements:
Internet access and web browser necessary
Identify Major Learning Goals:
A general overivew of Gliomas was offered in this textbook. The individual contributions provide a glimpse on the magnitude of challenges and potential solutions in a variety of research areas. This book will likely be interest to a wide audience seeking more information on challenges gliomas present to both scientists and clinicians.
After studying this text, the learner will be able to:
Discuss gliomas and novel therapies.
Describe how mouse models are used.
Analyze the relationship between cancer stem cells and pediatric medulloblastomas.
Describe molecular analysis and proton therapy in relation to gliomas.
Explain how cholesterol derivatives are used in glioblastomas.
Analyze curcumin in treating gliomas.
Examine survival predictions for gliomas.
Discuss glioneuronal tumors.
Target Student Population:
Graduate School, Professional.
A specific learner with an interest in brain cancers.
Prerequisite Knowledge or Skills:
Basic computer skills.
This book is for those who have an interest in gliomas.
Content Quality
Rating:
Strengths:
High level of scholarship present within the OER textbook.
The content is accurate, valid, and reliable.
The material presents learning chapters that depict reality.
The chapters teach important factors for those studying gliomas to consider.
The information is current.
The content is very specific and applies to those interested in brain cancer.
Potential Effectiveness as a Teaching Tool
Rating:
Strengths:
These chapters use an introduction and a conclusion.
The material is presented with clarity, focus, and organization.
This material is concise to not overwhelm learners.
The subject matter is a good supplement for healthcare professionals.
Concepts are clearly presented.
Concerns:
A test or knowledge check at the end of each chapter to facilitate learning would improve the learning value.
Ease of Use for Both Students and Faculty
Rating:
Strengths:
The material is a text with consistent navigation.
The software is easy to navigate.
The site is in working order.
Headings are used for accessibility.
Figures and images include detailed captions.
The text is selectable for accessibility.
The tables do not have split cells.
Concerns:
Numerous advertisements are present.
Creative Commons:
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