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    Explore computational biology for analyzing biological data. Learn to apply algorithms and models to study genomes, proteins, and biological systems.

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      Duke University

      Introduction to Genetics and Evolution

      Skills you'll gain: Life Sciences, Molecular Biology, Biology, Biostatistics, Environment, Laboratory Research, Taxonomy, Scientific Methods, Experimentation, Mathematical Modeling

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Johns Hopkins University

      Python for Genomic Data Science

      Skills you'll gain: Bioinformatics, Data Structures, Jupyter, Python Programming, Programming Principles, Scripting Languages, Scripting, Data Processing, Computer Programming, Data Manipulation, File Management

      4.3
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      Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      University of Pennsylvania

      Computational Thinking for Problem Solving

      Skills you'll gain: Computational Thinking, Algorithms, Pseudocode, Problem Solving, Python Programming, Data Structures, Computer Hardware, Computer Programming, Analysis, Debugging

      4.7
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      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Duke University

      Introductory Human Physiology

      Skills you'll gain: Respiration, Anatomy, Pulmonology, Cardiology, Nephrology, Urology, Kinesiology, Vital Signs, Neurology, Biology, Nutrition and Diet, Gynecology

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Birla Institute of Technology & Science, Pilani

      Introduction to Bioinformatics

      Skills you'll gain: Bioinformatics, Data Management, Clinical Data Management, Data Analysis, Data Mining, Applied Machine Learning, Unsupervised Learning, Scientific Visualization, Data Visualization, Correlation Analysis, Chemical and Biomedical Engineering, Dimensionality Reduction, Computational Thinking, Markov Model, Algorithms

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      University of Geneva

      Chemical Biology

      Skills you'll gain: Biochemistry, Molecular Biology, Chemistry, Laboratory Experience, Scientific Visualization, Biology, Laboratory Equipment, Image Analysis

      4.6
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      153 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      University of Colorado Boulder

      Science of Exercise

      Skills you'll gain: Kinesiology, Nutrition and Diet, Health Assessment, Pharmacology, Public Health and Disease Prevention, Preventative Care, Respiration, Anatomy, Chronic Diseases, Vital Signs, Biochemistry, Public Health, Biology, Cardiology

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Johns Hopkins University

      Command Line Tools for Genomic Data Science

      Skills you'll gain: Unix Commands, Bioinformatics, Unix, Data Management, Command-Line Interface, Linux Commands, Molecular Biology, Big Data, File Management, Data Analysis Software, Data Processing

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      University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign

      Genomics: Decoding the Universal Language of Life

      Skills you'll gain: Life Sciences, Molecular Biology, Environment, Precision Medicine, Biology, Health Systems, Medical Science and Research, Environmental Science, Microbiology, Computational Thinking, Data Processing, Experimentation, Research

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      323 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      University of Toronto

      Bioinformatic Methods II

      Skills you'll gain: Bioinformatics, Molecular Biology, Network Analysis, Data Analysis, Big Data, Exploratory Data Analysis, Data Visualization Software, Structural Analysis, Heat Maps

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      486 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Technical University of Denmark (DTU)

      Whole genome sequencing of bacterial genomes - tools and applications

      Skills you'll gain: Bioinformatics, Molecular Biology, Microbiology, Infectious Diseases, Epidemiology, Data Analysis Software, Database Development, Analysis, Data Pipelines, Data Processing, Public Health, Data Quality

      4.6
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      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Coursera Project Network

      Computational Fluid Mechanics - Airflow Around a Spoiler

      Skills you'll gain: Simulation and Simulation Software, Engineering Analysis, Engineering, Prototyping, Computer-Aided Design, Cloud Computing

      4.5
      Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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      Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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

    • Introduction to Genetics and Evolution: Duke University
    • Python for Genomic Data Science: Johns Hopkins University
    • Computational Thinking for Problem Solving: University of Pennsylvania
    • Introductory Human Physiology: Duke University
    • Introduction to Bioinformatics: Birla Institute of Technology & Science, Pilani
    • Chemical Biology: University of Geneva
    • Science of Exercise: University of Colorado Boulder
    • Command Line Tools for Genomic Data Science: Johns Hopkins University
    • Genomics: Decoding the Universal Language of Life: University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign
    • Bioinformatic Methods II: University of Toronto

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