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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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      Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai

      Experimental Methods in Systems Biology

      Skills you'll gain: Quantitative Research, Bioinformatics, Molecular Biology, Biotechnology, Biomedical Technology, Biochemistry, Cell Biology, Laboratory Techniques, Analytical Chemistry, Mathematical Modeling, Biology, Laboratory Equipment

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      Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign

      Lactation Biology

      Skills you'll gain: Maternal Health, Anatomy, Endocrinology, Infant Care, Cell Biology, Physiology, Biochemistry, Biology, Microbiology

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      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      University of Colorado Boulder

      Computational Vision

      Skills you'll gain: Computer Vision, Image Analysis, Artificial Neural Networks, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), Computer Graphics, Machine Learning Methods, Deep Learning, Psychology

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      Universidad Nacional Autónoma de México

      Cómputo evolutivo

      Skills you'll gain: Bioinformatics, Algorithms, Computational Thinking, Machine Learning Algorithms, Artificial Intelligence, Computer Science, Program Development

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      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai

      Introduction to Systems Biology

      Skills you'll gain: Molecular Biology, Pharmacology, Cell Biology, Physiology, Biochemistry, Biology, Bioinformatics, Mathematical Modeling, Electrophysiology, Systems Analysis, Simulations, Statistical Modeling

      4.3
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      Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Universitat Autònoma de Barcelona

      Women in environmental biology

      Skills you'll gain: Environment, Environmental Science, Social Justice, Environmental Issue, Biology, Natural Resource Management, Life Sciences, Sustainable Systems, Sustainable Development, Public Health and Disease Prevention, Social Studies, Diversity Awareness, Climate Change Adaptation, Science and Research

      4.5
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      135 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Johns Hopkins University

      Introduction to Reproducibility in Cancer Informatics

      Skills you'll gain: Package and Software Management, Code Review, Open Source Technology, GitHub, Scientific Methods, Technical Documentation, Informatics, R (Software), Data Analysis, Programming Principles, R Programming, Git (Version Control System), Integrated Development Environments

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      University of Glasgow

      Computational Thinking with JavaScript 3:Organise & Interact

      Skills you'll gain: Javascript, HTML and CSS, Web Development, Front-End Web Development, Event-Driven Programming, Computational Thinking, Software Testing, Software Development, Application Frameworks, Computer Programming Tools, Development Environment, Visualization (Computer Graphics), Programming Principles, Computer Graphics, Animations

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Johns Hopkins University

      Engineering Life: Synbio, Bioethics & Public Policy

      Skills you'll gain: Governance, Biotechnology, Policy Analysis, Medical Science and Research, Healthcare Ethics, Clinical Research Ethics, Chemical and Biomedical Engineering, Health Policy, Public Policies, Environmental Issue, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Policy Development, Public Health, Case Studies

      4.2
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      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      University of Toronto

      Plant Bioinformatics

      Skills you'll gain: Bioinformatics, Network Analysis, Data Visualization Software, Data Analysis, Data Mining, Exploratory Data Analysis, Databases

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      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      University of Colorado Boulder

      Engineering Genetic Circuits: Abstraction Methods

      Skills you'll gain: Markov Model, Engineering Analysis, Mathematical Modeling, Computational Thinking, Failure Analysis, Biological Engineering, Hazard Analysis, Chemical Engineering, Simulation and Simulation Software, Applied Mathematics, Verification And Validation, Differential Equations

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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, Research, Laboratory Techniques, Analysis, Research Design

      3.4
      Rating, 3.4 out of 5 stars
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      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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

    • Experimental Methods in Systems Biology: Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai
    • Lactation Biology: University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign
    • Computational Vision: University of Colorado Boulder
    • Cómputo evolutivo: Universidad Nacional Autónoma de México
    • Introduction to Systems Biology: Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai
    • Women in environmental biology: Universitat Autònoma de Barcelona
    • Introduction to Reproducibility in Cancer Informatics: Johns Hopkins University
    • Computational Thinking with JavaScript 3:Organise & Interact: University of Glasgow
    • Engineering Life: Synbio, Bioethics & Public Policy: Johns Hopkins University
    • Plant Bioinformatics: University of Toronto

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