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    Find the Best Biology Course for Your Goals

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      Fred Hutchinson Cancer Center

      Researcher's guide to DNA sequencing data

      Skills you'll gain: Bioinformatics, Molecular Biology, Data Collection, Data Processing, Science and Research, Exploratory Data Analysis, Analysis, Research Methodologies, Research Design

      3.5
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      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign

      Cannabis Propagation

      Skills you'll gain: Plant Operations and Management, Biology, Environment

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      University of California San Diego

      Hacking COVID-19 — Course 3: Unraveling COVID-19's Origins

      Skills you'll gain: Bioinformatics, Molecular Biology, Computational Thinking, Life Sciences, Medical Science and Research, Microbiology, Science and Research

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Universidad Nacional Autónoma de México

      Evolución: Teoría sintética

      Skills you'll gain: Biology, Life Sciences, World History, Social Studies, Deductive Reasoning, Mathematical Modeling, Probability & Statistics

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      École Polytechnique

      Voyages de l'infiniment grand à l'infiniment petit

      Skills you'll gain: Physics, Laboratory Research, Experimentation, Laboratory Equipment, Physical Science, General Science and Research, Engineering, Scientific, and Technical Instruments, Radiology, Pharmaceuticals, Science and Research, Research, Chemistry, Emerging Technologies, Laboratory Testing, Biology, Energy and Utilities, Radiography, Scientific Methods, Magnetic Resonance Imaging, X-Ray Computed Tomography

      Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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      Dartmouth College

      Bipedalism: The Science of Upright Walking

      Skills you'll gain: Scientific Methods, Anthropology, Kinesiology, Biology, Anatomy, Laboratory Research, Research, 3D Modeling, Mechanics, Human Development, Child Development, Visualization (Computer Graphics), Human Factors, Spatial Data Analysis, Torque (Physics), Interactive Learning, Life Sciences, Orthopedics, Motion Graphics, Scientific Visualization

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

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      University of Colorado Boulder

      Engineering Genetic Circuits: Modeling and Analysis

      Skills you'll gain: Bioinformatics, Mathematical Modeling, Engineering Analysis, Chemical and Biomedical Engineering, Simulations, Computational Logic, Differential Equations, Software Visualization, Molecular, Cellular, and Microbiology, Algorithms

      Build toward a degree

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Johns Hopkins University

      Embajador de la Vacuna COVID: Cómo Hablar con los Padres

      Skills you'll gain: Parent Communication, Patient Education And Counseling, Infectious Diseases, Public Health and Disease Prevention, Pediatrics, Preventative Care, Advocacy, Public Health, Community Health, Persuasive Communication, Medical Science and Research, Research, Interpersonal Communications, Rapport Building, Working With Children, Pharmaceuticals, Biology, Media and Communications

      4.9
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      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      University of California San Diego

      Hacking COVID-19 — Course 5: Tracing SARS-CoV-2's Evolution

      Skills you'll gain: Bioinformatics, Infectious Diseases, Life Sciences, Computational Thinking, Medical Science and Research, Molecular Biology, Biology, Science and Research

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Dartmouth College

      Mechanics & Origins of Bipedalism

      Skills you'll gain: Scientific Methods, Laboratory Research, Research, Mechanics, Anthropology, Human Factors, Spatial Data Analysis, Torque (Physics), Life Sciences, Motion Graphics, Biology, Scientific Visualization, Timelines, 3D Modeling, Infographics

      4.5
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      Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Universidad de los Andes

      Biodiseño respondiendo a retos complejos

      Skills you'll gain: Design Thinking, Ideation, Solution Design, Systems Thinking, Innovation, Human Centered Design, Creativity, Technical Communication, Biology, Usability Testing, Environmental Issue, Prototyping, Visual Design

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Universitat de Barcelona

      Molecular Tumor Board 2020-21

      Skills you'll gain: Precision Medicine, Oncology, Pathology, Molecular Biology, Internal Medicine, Clinical Research, Pulmonology, Treatment Planning, Pharmacology

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    In summary, here are 10 of our most popular biology courses

    • Researcher's guide to DNA sequencing data: Fred Hutchinson Cancer Center
    • Cannabis Propagation: University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign
    • Hacking COVID-19 — Course 3: Unraveling COVID-19's Origins: University of California San Diego
    • Evolución: Teoría sintética: Universidad Nacional Autónoma de México
    • Voyages de l'infiniment grand à l'infiniment petit: École Polytechnique
    • Bipedalism: The Science of Upright Walking: Dartmouth College
    • Engineering Genetic Circuits: Modeling and Analysis: University of Colorado Boulder
    • Embajador de la Vacuna COVID: Cómo Hablar con los Padres: Johns Hopkins University
    • Hacking COVID-19 — Course 5: Tracing SARS-CoV-2's Evolution: University of California San Diego
    • Mechanics & Origins of Bipedalism: Dartmouth College

    Why Learn Biology?

    Biology is the study of living organisms, from cells and genetics to ecosystems and evolution. It forms the foundation for careers in healthcare, research, biotechnology, and environmental science. Learning biology helps you explore how life works and builds a deeper understanding of the natural world and your place within it.

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