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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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      The University of Hong Kong

      口腔种植学 (Implant Dentistry)

      Skills you'll gain: Dentistry, Dental Procedures, Oral and Dental Care, Surgical Suturing, Dental Care, Treatment Planning, Contraindication, Surgery, Oral Health, Patient Evaluation, Patient Preparation, Health Technology, Medical Equipment and Technology, Medical Imaging, Preventative Care, Biology, Risk Analysis, Emerging Technologies

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      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      University of Colorado Boulder

      Trees and Graphs: Basics

      Skills you'll gain: Graph Theory, Data Structures, Algorithms, Theoretical Computer Science, Computational Thinking, Computer Programming, Python Programming

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      4.6
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      170 reviews

      Advanced · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      University of California San Diego

      Hacking COVID-19 — Course 3: Unraveling COVID-19's Origins

      Skills you'll gain: Bioinformatics, Molecular Biology, Microbiology, Computational Thinking, Epidemiology, Medical Science and Research, Infectious Diseases, Science and Research

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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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      Microsoft

      Foundations of Coding Back-End

      Skills you'll gain: Algorithms, Back-End Web Development, Debugging, Computational Thinking, Programming Principles, Pseudocode, Computer Programming, Software Visualization, Version Control, Microsoft Copilot, C# (Programming Language), Git (Version Control System), GitHub, Data Structures

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      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      École normale supérieure

      Approximation Algorithms Part I

      Skills you'll gain: Combinatorics, Graph Theory, Algorithms, Operations Research, Computational Thinking, Theoretical Computer Science, Mathematical Modeling, Probability

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      Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      American Museum of Natural History

      Dinosaurs: Evolution, Extinction, and Paleobiology

      Skills you'll gain: Life Sciences, Biology, Taxonomy, Scientific Methods, Research, Environmental Science, Chemistry

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      University of Colorado Boulder

      What is “the mind” and what is artificial intelligence?

      Skills you'll gain: Artificial Intelligence, Computational Thinking, Test Case, Theoretical Computer Science, Human Machine Interfaces, Psychology

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      Universidad de Palermo

      Cognición, Pensamiento y Lenguaje

      Skills you'll gain: Psychology, Language Competency, Human Learning, Computational Thinking, Systems Thinking, Scientific Methods, Experimentation, Research Methodologies

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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

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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

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      MathWorks

      Predictive Modeling and Machine Learning with MATLAB

      Skills you'll gain: Supervised Learning, Regression Analysis, Predictive Modeling, Matlab, Feature Engineering, Classification And Regression Tree (CART), Machine Learning, Decision Tree Learning, Statistical Modeling, Machine Learning Algorithms, Random Forest Algorithm, Data Validation, Data Processing, Application Deployment

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      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    • 口腔种植学 (Implant Dentistry): The University of Hong Kong
    • Trees and Graphs: Basics: University of Colorado Boulder
    • Hacking COVID-19 — Course 3: Unraveling COVID-19's Origins: University of California San Diego
    • Case Studies in Personalized Medicine: Vanderbilt University
    • Foundations of Coding Back-End: Microsoft
    • Approximation Algorithms Part I: École normale supérieure
    • Dinosaurs: Evolution, Extinction, and Paleobiology: American Museum of Natural History
    • What is “the mind” and what is artificial intelligence?: University of Colorado Boulder
    • Cognición, Pensamiento y Lenguaje: Universidad de Palermo
    • Understanding Modern Physics II: Quantum Mechanics and Atoms: The Hong Kong University of Science and Technology

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