Cancer Biology

Cancer Biology: How Science Works provides a foundational introduction to the biological mechanisms driving cancer development. The textbook adopts a holistic perspective that pairs fundamental tumorigenic processes with the surveillance functions of the immune system.

The volume addresses the extended timeline of tumor formation, noting that adult malignant tumors typically involve twenty or more years of tumorigenesis, framing cancer largely as an aging-related condition. It emphasizes prevention as an essential intervention, demonstrating how environmental influences and lifestyle habits such as diet, physical activity, and avoiding smoking alter disease risk.

The content draws directly on the cancer biology lecture course taught by Carsten Carlberg at the University of Eastern Finland, integrating clinical insights from oncological practice.