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      University of Michigan

      Sleep: Neurobiology, Medicine, and Society

      Skills you'll gain: Substance Abuse, Mental Health, Respiration, Neurology, Mathematical Modeling, Patient Safety, Physiology, Cardiology, Accident Prevention, Public Health, Vital Signs, Pharmacology, Public Health and Disease Prevention, Biology

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      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      University of Geneva

      Precision Medicine

      Skills you'll gain: Precision Medicine, Biostatistics, Data Ethics, Healthcare Ethics, Pharmacology, Health Informatics, Bioinformatics, Clinical Research, Biomedical Technology, Primary Care, Clinical Research Ethics, General Medicine, Oncology, Pharmaceuticals, Health Policy, Molecular Biology, Diagnostic Tests, Patient Education And Counseling, Drug Development, Informed Consent

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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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      Pontificia Universidad Católica de Chile

      Introducción al Aprendizaje Universitario

      Skills you'll gain: Learning Strategies, Human Learning, Willingness To Learn, Biology, Collaboration, Self-Awareness, Motivational Skills, Self-Motivation, Time Management, Resourcefulness, Organizational Skills

      4.5
      Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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      589 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Universidad de Palermo

      Psicología

      Skills you'll gain: Student-Centred Learning, Psychology, Human Learning, Learning Theory, Creativity, Human Development, Behavior Management, Neurology, Formal Learning, Self-Awareness, Applied Behavior Analysis, Education and Training, Student Engagement, Culture, Molecular Biology, Language Disorders, Anatomy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Computational Thinking, Systems Thinking

      4.8
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      Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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      University of Florida

      Agroforestry III: Principles of Plant and Soil Management

      Skills you'll gain: Land Management, Environment and Resource Management, Plant Operations and Management, Sustainable Systems, Water Resources, Natural Resource Management, Environment, Environmental Science, Biology

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      16 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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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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      The University of Sydney

      Life, Health and Radiation

      Skills you'll gain: Radiation Protection, Medical Imaging, Radiology, Diagnostic Radiology, X-Ray Computed Tomography, Magnetic Resonance Imaging, Patient Communication, Safety Standards, Physics, Biology

      4.9
      Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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      361 reviews

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Dartmouth College

      Introduction to Environmental Science

      Skills you'll gain: Environment, Environmental Issue, Environmental Science, Demography, Energy and Utilities, Sustainable Development, Biology, Hydrology, Water Quality, Nutrition and Diet, Oil and Gas, Electric Power Systems, Systems Thinking, Water Resource Management, Natural Resource Management, Sustainable Technologies, Physics, Climate Change Mitigation, Construction, Chemistry

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      386 reviews

      Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

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      Universidade Estadual de Campinas

      Cosmetologia em prol do envelhecimento com saúde e beleza

      Skills you'll gain: Patient Evaluation, Product Testing, Personal Care, Laboratory Research, Biology, Pharmacology, Chemistry, Health Care Procedure and Regulation, Physiology, Safety Standards, Biochemistry, Clinical Assessment

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      236 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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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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      567 reviews

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Imperial College London

      Foundations in Virology and Vaccinology

      Skills you'll gain: Immunology, Infectious Diseases, Molecular Biology, Epidemiology, Microbiology, Public Health, Drug Development, Biotechnology, Medical Science and Research, Climate Change Programs, Cell Biology, Health Disparities, Biology, Clinical Trials, Laboratory Research, Pharmacology, Public Health and Disease Prevention, New Product Development, Emerging Technologies, Manufacturing Processes

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      Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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

    • Sleep: Neurobiology, Medicine, and Society: University of Michigan
    • Precision Medicine: University of Geneva
    • Algorithms for DNA Sequencing: Johns Hopkins University
    • Introducción al Aprendizaje Universitario: Pontificia Universidad Católica de Chile
    • Psicología: Universidad de Palermo
    • Agroforestry III: Principles of Plant and Soil Management: University of Florida
    • Fundamentals of Immunology: Inflammation, Tolerance, Autoimmunity: Rice University
    • Life, Health and Radiation: The University of Sydney
    • Introduction to Environmental Science: Dartmouth College
    • Cosmetologia em prol do envelhecimento com saúde e beleza: Universidade Estadual de Campinas

    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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