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    Study molecular biology for understanding cellular processes. Learn about DNA, RNA, proteins, and genetic regulation.

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      University of California San Diego

      Hacking COVID-19 — Course 2: Decoding SARS-CoV-2's Secrets

      Skills you'll gain: Bioinformatics, Laboratory Testing, Infectious Diseases, Molecular Biology, Microbiology, Medical Science and Research, Life Sciences

      4.4
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      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Universidade de São Paulo

      Compreendendo o Zika e doenças emergentes

      Skills you'll gain: Infectious Diseases, Epidemiology, Microbiology, Public Health and Disease Prevention, Public Health, Maternal Health, Biology, Child Health, Environmental Issue, Molecular Biology, Preventative Care, Neurology

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      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Fred Hutchinson Cancer Center

      Researcher's guide to RNA sequencing data

      Skills you'll gain: Bioinformatics, Quantitative Research, Molecular Biology, Research, Qualitative Research, Spatial Analysis, Data Processing, Data Collection

      3.8
      Rating, 3.8 out of 5 stars
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      13 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Fred Hutchinson Cancer Center

      Researcher's guide to omic fundamentals

      Skills you'll gain: Bioinformatics, Metadata Management, Data Literacy, Molecular Biology, R Programming, Data Analysis, Other Programming Languages, Data Processing, Data Quality, Command-Line Interface

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      14 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign

      Emergence of Life

      Skills you'll gain: Life Sciences, Biology, Physical Science, Molecular, Cellular, and Microbiology, Ancient History, Scientific Methods, Research, Biochemistry, Environmental Science, Microbiology, Chemistry, Taxonomy

      4.2
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      105 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      University of Colorado Boulder

      History of Medical Cannabis

      Skills you'll gain: Research, Pharmacology, Pharmaceuticals, Medical Prescription, Health Policy, Research Design, Pharmacotherapy, Legal Research, Medical Science and Research, Patient Safety, Healthcare Industry Knowledge, Clinical Research, Medical History Documentation, Biology, Risk Analysis, Epidemiology, Public Health, Neurology, Ancient History, Law, Regulation, and Compliance

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      333 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      University of Florida

      Science of Training Young Athletes Part 2

      Skills you'll gain: Kinesiology, Injury Prevention, Biology, Mechanics, Anatomy, Systems Of Measurement

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      Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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      114 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      University of California, Irvine

      Extracellular Vesicles in Health and Disease

      Skills you'll gain: Infectious Diseases, Microbiology, Pathology, Life Sciences, Medical Science and Research, Molecular Biology, Biology, Pharmacology, Oncology, Cardiology, Neurology

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      105 reviews

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      Novartis

      Introduction to Drug Hunting

      Skills you'll gain: Pharmacology, Clinical Trials, Competitive Intelligence, Pharmaceuticals, Clinical Research, Safety Assurance, Biochemistry, Medical Science and Research, Patient Safety, Biology, Laboratory Research, Chemistry, Molecular Biology

      4.8
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      108 reviews

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      Vanderbilt University

      Case Studies in Personalized Medicine

      Skills you'll gain: Precision Medicine, Health Informatics, Bioinformatics, Pharmacology, Biostatistics, Patient Education And Counseling, Patient Treatment, Electronic Medical Record, Clinical Trials, Healthcare Ethics, Molecular Biology

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      Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      National Academy of Sports Medicine

      Anatomy, Physiology, and Kinesiology for Fitness Professions

      Skills you'll gain: Kinesiology, Physical Therapy, Mechanics, Injury Prevention, Neurology, Medical Terminology, Anatomy, Orthopedics, Respiration, Biology, Nutrition and Diet, Rehabilitation

      4.7
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      University of Copenhagen

      Non-Alcoholic Fatty Liver Disease – The Essentials

      Skills you'll gain: Pathology, Patient Evaluation, General Medical Tests and Procedures, Laboratory Testing, Medical Imaging, Biochemistry, Internal Medicine, Patient Treatment, Medical Science and Research, Pharmacology, Nutrition and Diet, Chronic Diseases, Treatment Planning, Clinical Nutrition, Biology, Epidemiology, Pharmacotherapy

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 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 molecular biology courses

    • Hacking COVID-19 — Course 2: Decoding SARS-CoV-2's Secrets: University of California San Diego
    • Compreendendo o Zika e doenças emergentes: Universidade de São Paulo
    • Researcher's guide to RNA sequencing data: Fred Hutchinson Cancer Center
    • Researcher's guide to omic fundamentals: Fred Hutchinson Cancer Center
    • Emergence of Life: University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign
    • History of Medical Cannabis: University of Colorado Boulder
    • Science of Training Young Athletes Part 2: University of Florida
    • Extracellular Vesicles in Health and Disease: University of California, Irvine
    • Introduction to Drug Hunting: Novartis
    • Case Studies in Personalized Medicine: Vanderbilt University

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