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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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      University of Cape Town

      Large Marine Ecosystems: Assessment and Management

      Skills you'll gain: Sustainable Development, Environment and Resource Management, Natural Resource Management, Water Resource Management, Environmental Science, Social Sciences, Environmental Policy, Governance, Environmental Monitoring, Case Studies, Socioeconomics, International Relations

      4.8
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      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Johns Hopkins University

      Algorithms for DNA Sequencing

      Skills you'll gain: Bioinformatics, Molecular Biology, Computational Thinking, Data Structures, Python Programming, Data Analysis, Algorithms, Life Sciences, Data Processing, Computer Science

      4.7
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      Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      University of California, Davis

      Computational Social Science Capstone Project

      Skills you'll gain: Social Network Analysis, Data Wrangling, Natural Language Processing, Web Scraping, Databases, Social Sciences, Trend Analysis, Data Collection, Simulations, Big Data, Machine Learning, Computational Thinking, Data Visualization Software, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML)

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      40 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Fred Hutchinson Cancer Center

      Researcher's guide to RNA sequencing data

      Skills you'll gain: Molecular Biology, Laboratory Research, Bioinformatics, Data Literacy, Science and Research, Data Analysis, Spatial Data Analysis, Scientific Methods, Data Processing, Quantitative Research, Informatics, Biology, Data Collection

      3.9
      Rating, 3.9 out of 5 stars
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      14 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      University of Colorado Boulder

      The Little Stuff: Energy, Cells, and Genetics

      Skills you'll gain: Molecular Biology, Biology, Cell Biology, Biotechnology, Oncology, Biochemistry, Environmental Science, Precision Medicine, Healthcare Ethics, Climate Change Mitigation, Emerging Technologies, Ethical Standards And Conduct

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      117 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      The State University of New York

      Big Data, Genes, and Medicine

      Skills you'll gain: Bioinformatics, Big Data, Analytics, Data Analysis, Health Informatics, Biomedical Technology, Advanced Analytics, Medical Science and Research, Data Processing, R Programming, Predictive Modeling, Statistical Analysis, Data Cleansing, Feature Engineering

      4.2
      Rating, 4.2 out of 5 stars
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      Advanced · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      University of Glasgow

      Computational Thinking with JavaScript 2: Model & Analyse

      Skills you'll gain: JSON, Data Structures, Computational Thinking, Data Analysis, Data Visualization Software, Scripting, Javascript, Data Processing, Unsupervised Learning, Data Science, Data Modeling, Machine Learning, Computer Programming, Algorithms, Software Development

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      University of Alberta

      Paleontology: Ancient Marine Reptiles

      Skills you'll gain: Biology, Life Sciences, Taxonomy

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      Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      University of Colorado Boulder

      Engineering Genetic Circuits: Modeling and Analysis

      Skills you'll gain: Biological Engineering, Bioinformatics, Simulation and Simulation Software, Mathematical Modeling, Engineering Analysis, Simulations, Computational Logic, Differential Equations, Numerical Analysis, Computer-Aided Design, Algorithms

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      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      University of Michigan

      AI for Energy and Biomedical Applications

      Skills you'll gain: Precision Medicine, Energy and Utilities, Image Analysis, Medical Imaging, Artificial Intelligence, Electric Power Systems, Bioinformatics, Artificial Neural Networks, Deep Learning, Sustainable Technologies, Generative AI, Applied Machine Learning, Medical Science and Research, Predictive Modeling, Machine Learning, Molecular Biology, Anomaly Detection, Pharmaceuticals

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      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      University of California, Davis

      Computational Social Science Methods

      Skills you'll gain: Social Network Analysis, Social Sciences, Network Analysis, Data Science, Machine Learning, Computational Thinking, Artificial Intelligence, Data Analysis, Simulations, Big Data, Scientific Methods

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      University of Glasgow

      Computational Thinking with Javascript 1: Draw & Animate

      Skills you'll gain: Computational Thinking, Javascript, Programming Principles, Computer Programming, Visualization (Computer Graphics), Computer Graphics, Animations, Debugging, Scripting Languages

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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

    • Large Marine Ecosystems: Assessment and Management: University of Cape Town
    • Algorithms for DNA Sequencing: Johns Hopkins University
    • Computational Social Science Capstone Project: University of California, Davis
    • Researcher's guide to RNA sequencing data: Fred Hutchinson Cancer Center
    • The Little Stuff: Energy, Cells, and Genetics: University of Colorado Boulder
    • Big Data, Genes, and Medicine: The State University of New York
    • Computational Thinking with JavaScript 2: Model & Analyse: University of Glasgow
    • Paleontology: Ancient Marine Reptiles: University of Alberta
    • Engineering Genetic Circuits: Modeling and Analysis: University of Colorado Boulder
    • AI for Energy and Biomedical Applications: University of Michigan

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