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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 Pennsylvania

      Calculus: Single Variable Part 2 - Differentiation

      Skills you'll gain: Calculus, Advanced Mathematics, Mathematical Theory & Analysis, Applied Mathematics, Derivatives

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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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
      Rating, 4.4 out of 5 stars
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      8 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Universidad Nacional Autónoma de México

      Cómputo evolutivo

      Skills you'll gain: Algorithms, Computational Thinking, Machine Learning Algorithms, Artificial Intelligence, Program Development, Applied Machine Learning, Other Programming Languages

      4.1
      Rating, 4.1 out of 5 stars
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      21 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Rice University

      Anatomy & Physiology: Levels of Organization

      Skills you'll gain: Anatomy, Biology, Chemistry, Medical Terminology, Patient Evaluation

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      95 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      University of Toronto

      Learn to Program: Crafting Quality Code

      Skills you'll gain: Data Structures, Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Unit Testing, Python Programming, Algorithms, Test Case, Software Testing, Debugging, Computational Thinking

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      729 reviews

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Politecnico di Milano

      Developing FPGA-accelerated cloud applications with SDAccel: Practice

      Skills you'll gain: Cloud Applications, Cloud Computing Architecture, Cloud Computing, Amazon Web Services, Development Environment, Hardware Architecture, Performance Tuning, Computer Architecture, Algorithms, Application Development, Computer Programming

      4.4
      Rating, 4.4 out of 5 stars
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      26 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Johns Hopkins University

      Leadership for Cancer Informatics Research

      Skills you'll gain: Health Equity, Team Management, Mentorship, Collaborative Software, Technical Management, Health Informatics, Data Sharing, Diversity Equity and Inclusion Initiatives, Research, Diversity Awareness, Interpersonal Communications, Devops Tools, Information Management, Record Keeping, Clinical Research, Clinical Trials, Git (Version Control System), Docker (Software)

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Johns Hopkins University

      Toxicology 21: Scientific Applications

      Skills you'll gain: Product Testing, Pharmacology, Laboratory Research, Chemical and Biomedical Engineering, Regulatory Compliance, Laboratory Testing, Biochemistry, Environmental Regulations, Medical Science and Research, Environmental Science, Bioinformatics, Chemistry, Biostatistics, Biology, Molecular Biology

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      88 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      National Taiwan University

      Operations Research (2): Optimization Algorithms

      Skills you'll gain: Applied Mathematics, Operations Research, Linear Algebra, Numerical Analysis, Algorithms, Business Mathematics, Engineering Calculations, Process Improvement and Optimization, Mathematical Modeling, Resource Allocation, Computational Thinking, Calculus, Business Analytics, Decision Making

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      152 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Columbia University

      Camera and Imaging

      Skills you'll gain: Image Analysis, Photography, Computer Vision, Computer Graphics, Medical Imaging, Display Devices, Linear Algebra, Algorithms, Advanced Mathematics, Applied Mathematics

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      147 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Johns Hopkins University

      COVID Vaccine Ambassador Training: How to Talk to Parents

      Skills you'll gain: Parent Communication, Patient Education And Counseling, Communication, Active Listening, Rapport Building, Interpersonal Communications, Research, Persuasive Communication, Advocacy, Infectious Diseases, Community Health, Media and Communications, Public Health and Disease Prevention, Safety Assurance, Clinical Trials, Public Health, Child Health, Biology

      4.9
      Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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      1.2K reviews

      Beginner · 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
      Rating, 4.2 out of 5 stars
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      105 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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

    • Calculus: Single Variable Part 2 - Differentiation: University of Pennsylvania
    • Hacking COVID-19 — Course 2: Decoding SARS-CoV-2's Secrets: University of California San Diego
    • Cómputo evolutivo: Universidad Nacional Autónoma de México
    • Anatomy & Physiology: Levels of Organization: Rice University
    • Learn to Program: Crafting Quality Code: University of Toronto
    • Developing FPGA-accelerated cloud applications with SDAccel: Practice: Politecnico di Milano
    • Leadership for Cancer Informatics Research: Johns Hopkins University
    • Toxicology 21: Scientific Applications: Johns Hopkins University
    • Operations Research (2): Optimization Algorithms: National Taiwan University
    • Camera and Imaging: Columbia University

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    Linear Algebra (10)
    Reinforcement Learning (10)

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