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    Learn microbiology for studying microorganisms. Understand microbial genetics, pathogenesis, and the role of microbes in health and disease.

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      University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign

      Lactation Biology

      Skills you'll gain: Anatomy, Obstetrics And Gynecology, Biochemistry, Pharmacology, Biology, Production Process, Nutrition and Diet, Molecular, Cellular, and Microbiology, Infectious Diseases

      4.8
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      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      University of California San Diego

      Finding Hidden Messages in DNA (Bioinformatics I)

      Skills you'll gain: Bioinformatics, Molecular Biology, Data Analysis, Biochemistry, Biology, Life Sciences, Algorithms, Python Programming

      4.3
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      1K reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Tel Aviv University

      Understanding Plants - Part II: Fundamentals of Plant Biology

      Skills you'll gain: Life Sciences, Molecular Biology, Biochemistry, Biology, Anatomy, Food and Beverage, Laboratory Research, Nutrition and Diet, Environmental Science

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

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      Peking University

      生物演化

      Skills you'll gain: Molecular Biology, Biology, Bioinformatics, Environment, Taxonomy, Chemistry, Scientific Methods

      4.9
      Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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      112 reviews

      Mixed · Course · 3 - 6 Months

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      Universiteit Leiden

      Evolution Today

      Skills you'll gain: Life Sciences, Anthropology, Biology, Culture, Molecular Biology, Taxonomy, Infectious Diseases, Environmental Science, Microbiology

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      167 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Universidad Nacional Autónoma de México

      Química, guerra y ética

      Skills you'll gain: Chemistry, General Science and Research, International Relations, Environmental Regulations, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Public Safety and National Security, Safety and Security, Ancient History

      4.9
      Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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      246 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Universidade de São Paulo

      Origens da Vida no Contexto Cósmico

      Skills you'll gain: Life Sciences, Systems Of Measurement, Physical Science, Biology, General Science and Research, Biochemistry, Physics, Scientific Methods, Experimentation, Chemistry, Environmental Science, Molecular, Cellular, and Microbiology

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

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      Peking University

      Advanced Neurobiology II

      Skills you'll gain: Neurology, Anatomy, Psychology, Mental Health Diseases and Disorders, Psychiatry, Biochemistry, Biology, Molecular Biology, Electrical Systems, Pathology, Behavior Management, Medical Science and Research

      4.4
      Rating, 4.4 out of 5 stars
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      160 reviews

      Intermediate · 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, Public Health and Disease Prevention, Social Studies, Diversity Awareness, Science and Research

      4.5
      Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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      135 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Johns Hopkins University

      Engineering Life: Synbio, Bioethics & Public Policy

      Skills you'll gain: Governance, Policy Analysis, Healthcare Ethics, Health Care Procedure and Regulation, Public Policies, Environmental Issue, Life Sciences, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Policy Development, Molecular Biology, Energy and Utilities, Biology, Public Health, Discussion Facilitation

      4.2
      Rating, 4.2 out of 5 stars
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      80 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Utrecht University

      The exposome: cracking the science about what makes us sick

      Skills you'll gain: Epidemiology, Environmental Monitoring, Biostatistics, Public Health, Environmental Science, Data Science, Statistical Analysis, Cardiology, Bioinformatics, Chronic Diseases, Research, Nutrition and Diet

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      University of Colorado Boulder

      The Big Stuff: Evolution and Ecology

      Skills you'll gain: Environment, Environmental Issue, Environmental Science, Life Sciences, Biology, Environmental Resource Management, Natural Resource Management, Environmental Policy, Social Studies

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      44 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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

    • Lactation Biology: University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign
    • Finding Hidden Messages in DNA (Bioinformatics I): University of California San Diego
    • Understanding Plants - Part II: Fundamentals of Plant Biology: Tel Aviv University
    • 生物演化: Peking University
    • Evolution Today : Universiteit Leiden
    • Química, guerra y ética: Universidad Nacional Autónoma de México
    • Origens da Vida no Contexto Cósmico: Universidade de São Paulo
    • Advanced Neurobiology II: Peking University
    • Women in environmental biology: Universitat Autònoma de Barcelona
    • Engineering Life: Synbio, Bioethics & Public Policy: Johns Hopkins University

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