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      University of Minnesota

      Introduction to Human Behavioral Genetics

      Skills you'll gain: Mental and Behavioral Health, Social Studies, Psychology, Psychiatry, Medical Science and Research, Molecular Biology, Research Methodologies, Biology, Statistical Analysis, Case Studies

      4.8
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      University of Arizona

      Astrobiology: Exploring Other Worlds

      Skills you'll gain: Biology, Life Sciences, Chemistry, Physical Science, General Science and Research, Research, Environment, Environmental Science, Scientific Methods, Microbiology

      4.9
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      516 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Hebrew University of Jerusalem

      Synapses, Neurons and Brains

      Skills you'll gain: Electrophysiology, Artificial Neural Networks, Neurology, Computer Science, Cell Biology, Physiology, Psychology, Basic Electrical Systems, Network Analysis, Computational Logic, Simulation and Simulation Software, Mathematical Modeling, Biology

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      University of Florida

      Agroforestry I: Principles and Practices

      Skills you'll gain: Climate Change Mitigation, Land Management, Sustainable Development, Environment and Resource Management, Water Sustainability, Natural Resource Management, Sustainability Standards, Environmental Science, Taxonomy, Research, Biology

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      45 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Duke University

      Space Medicine

      Skills you'll gain: Physiology, Medical Science and Research, Biomedical Engineering, Emergency Medicine, Vital Signs, Radiation Protection, Human Factors, Health Care, Respiration, Environment, Physics, Biology, Engineering

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      547 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Rice University

      Fundamentals of Immunology: Inflammation, Tolerance, Autoimmunity

      Skills you'll gain: Immunology, Infectious Diseases, Chronic Diseases, Physiology, Hematology, Pathology, Molecular Biology, Diagnostic Tests, Cell Biology, Biochemistry

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      330 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Duke University

      Visual Perception and the Brain

      Skills you'll gain: Psychology, Neurology, Color Theory, Visual Impairment Education, Motion Arguments, Biology, Physiology, Anatomy

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      University of California San Diego

      Introduction to Algae

      Skills you'll gain: Biotechnology, Biochemistry, Manufacturing and Production, Food and Beverage, Sustainable Design, Chemical Engineering, Pharmaceuticals, Environment and Resource Management, Biology, Taxonomy, Environmental Science, Microbiology, Process Engineering, Laboratory Testing

      4.7
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      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Yale University

      Journey of the Universe: The Unfolding of Life

      Skills you'll gain: Liberal Arts, Environment, Culture, Biology, Creativity, Systems Thinking, Physical Science, Timelines, Physics, Scientific Methods

      4.7
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      437 reviews

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      MedCerts

      Medical Terminology and the Human Body Fundamentals

      Skills you'll gain: Medical Terminology, Anatomy, Pathology, Medical Records, Physiology, Cell Biology, Biology, Vital Signs, Nutrition and Diet

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      341 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      University of Alberta

      Mountains 101

      Skills you'll gain: Hydrology, Physical Science, Biology, Water Resources, Environment and Resource Management, Cultural Diversity, Climate Change Adaptation, Environmental Science, Risk Management, Ancient History, Human Development, Physiology, World History

      4.9
      Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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      University of California San Diego

      Genome Sequencing (Bioinformatics II)

      Skills you'll gain: Bioinformatics, Molecular Biology, Pharmacology, Infectious Diseases, Biotechnology, Computational Thinking, Algorithms, Python Programming

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      321 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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

    • Introduction to Human Behavioral Genetics: University of Minnesota
    • Astrobiology: Exploring Other Worlds: University of Arizona
    • Synapses, Neurons and Brains : Hebrew University of Jerusalem
    • Agroforestry I: Principles and Practices: University of Florida
    • Space Medicine: Duke University
    • Fundamentals of Immunology: Inflammation, Tolerance, Autoimmunity: Rice University
    • Visual Perception and the Brain: Duke University
    • Introduction to Algae: University of California San Diego
    • Journey of the Universe: The Unfolding of Life: Yale University
    • Medical Terminology and the Human Body Fundamentals: MedCerts

    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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