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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 Alberta

      Science & Religion 101

      Skills you'll gain: Research, Science and Research, Scientific Methods, Biology, Cultural Responsiveness, World History, Anthropology, Physics

      4.5
      Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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      168 reviews

      Mixed · 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
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      333 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      University of Colorado System

      Simulation, Algorithm Analysis, and Pointers

      Skills you'll gain: C (Programming Language), Simulations, Computational Thinking, Programming Principles, Algorithms, Data Structures, File Management, Distributed Computing, Debugging

      4.4
      Rating, 4.4 out of 5 stars
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      36 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      The Hong Kong University of Science and Technology

      Understanding Modern Physics II: Quantum Mechanics and Atoms

      Skills you'll gain: Physics, Advanced Mathematics, Quantitative Research, Chemistry, Computational Thinking, Engineering Analysis, Mathematical Modeling, Experimentation

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      56 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      University of Leeds

      An Introduction to Programming using Python

      Skills you'll gain: Programming Principles, Algorithms, Computational Logic, Python Programming, Computer Programming, Scripting, Automation, Virtual Environment, Computational Thinking, Debugging

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      73 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Rice University

      Introduction to Biology: Biodiversity

      Skills you'll gain: Life Sciences, Microbiology, Biology, Molecular Biology, Taxonomy, Environmental Science, General Science and Research, Experimentation

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      59 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai

      Big Data Science with the BD2K-LINCS Data Coordination and Integration Center

      Skills you'll gain: Interactive Data Visualization, Bioinformatics, Big Data, Supervised Learning, Machine Learning, Application Programming Interface (API), Data Science, Unsupervised Learning, Data Integration, Data Analysis, Molecular Biology, Data Pipelines, Metadata Management, Semantic Web, Statistical Analysis

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      26 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 3 - 6 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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      University of Florida

      Science of Training Young Athletes Part 2

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

      4.9
      Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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      114 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      The University of Sydney

      Introduction to Linear Algebra

      Skills you'll gain: Linear Algebra, Geometry, Algebra, Arithmetic, Applied Mathematics, Computational Logic, Computer Graphics

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      32 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Duke University

      Introduction to Programming and Animation with Alice

      Skills you'll gain: Game Design, Animation and Game Design, Animations, Interactive Design, Data Structures, Programming Principles, Computer Programming, Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Computational Logic

      4.2
      Rating, 4.2 out of 5 stars
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      42 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Peking University

      算法基础

      Skills you'll gain: Algorithms, Computational Thinking, Data Structures, Graph Theory, Design Strategies, Solution Design, Mathematical Modeling

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      321 reviews

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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

    • Science & Religion 101: University of Alberta
    • History of Medical Cannabis: University of Colorado Boulder
    • Simulation, Algorithm Analysis, and Pointers: University of Colorado System
    • Understanding Modern Physics II: Quantum Mechanics and Atoms: The Hong Kong University of Science and Technology
    • An Introduction to Programming using Python: University of Leeds
    • Introduction to Biology: Biodiversity: Rice University
    • Big Data Science with the BD2K-LINCS Data Coordination and Integration Center: Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai
    • Emergence of Life: University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign
    • Science of Training Young Athletes Part 2: University of Florida
    • Introduction to Linear Algebra: The University of Sydney

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