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      Princeton University

      Imagining Other Earths

      Skills you'll gain: Biochemistry, Biology, Life Sciences, Physical Science, Molecular Biology, Environmental Science, Environment, Physics, General Science and Research, Mathematical Modeling, Research, Systems Of Measurement

      4.7
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      399 reviews

      Mixed · Course · 3 - 6 Months

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      Shanghai Jiao Tong University

      生命科学发展史

      Skills you'll gain: Microbiology, Molecular Biology, Life Sciences, Bioinformatics, Anatomy, Biology, Human Development, Ancient History, Anthropology, Infectious Diseases, Biochemistry, European History, Taxonomy, Scientific Methods, Experimentation

      4.4
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      18 reviews

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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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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      135 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      University of Copenhagen

      Origins - Formation of the Universe, Solar System, Earth and Life

      Skills you'll gain: Life Sciences, Anthropology, Biology, Physical Science, World History, Microbiology, Biochemistry, Environmental Science, General Science and Research, Physics, Molecular Biology, Chemistry

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      642 reviews

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      University of Cape Town

      Introduction to Small Molecule Drug Discovery & Development

      Skills you'll gain: Clinical Trials, Pharmacology, Pharmaceuticals, Pharmacotherapy, Drug Interaction, Healthcare Ethics, New Product Development, Medical Science and Research, Chemistry, Regulatory Compliance, Biology, Emerging Technologies

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      91 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Novartis

      Introduction to Drug Hunting

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

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      112 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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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

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      499 reviews

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      University of California San Diego

      Genomic Data Science and Clustering (Bioinformatics V)

      Skills you'll gain: Bioinformatics, Unsupervised Learning, Life Sciences, Computational Thinking, Molecular Biology, Machine Learning

      4.1
      Rating, 4.1 out of 5 stars
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      93 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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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

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      62 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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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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      79 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      University of California San Diego

      Finding Mutations in DNA and Proteins (Bioinformatics VI)

      Skills you'll gain: Bioinformatics, Markov Model, Algorithms, Machine Learning Algorithms, Computational Thinking, Molecular Biology, Data Structures

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      60 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Imperial College London

      Immunology: Immune Failures and Cancer Immunology

      Skills you'll gain: Pathology, Infectious Diseases, Oncology, Chronic Diseases, Molecular Biology, Biology, Medical Science and Research, Pharmacotherapy

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      103 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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

    • Imagining Other Earths: Princeton University
    • 生命科学发展史: Shanghai Jiao Tong University
    • Non-Alcoholic Fatty Liver Disease – The Essentials: University of Copenhagen
    • Origins - Formation of the Universe, Solar System, Earth and Life: University of Copenhagen
    • Introduction to Small Molecule Drug Discovery & Development: University of Cape Town
    • Introduction to Drug Hunting: Novartis
    • Case Studies in Personalized Medicine: Vanderbilt University
    • Genomic Data Science and Clustering (Bioinformatics V): University of California San Diego
    • Dinosaurs: Evolution, Extinction, and Paleobiology: American Museum of Natural History
    • 口腔种植学 (Implant Dentistry): The University of Hong Kong

    Why Learn Biology?

    Biology is the study of living organisms, from cells and genetics to ecosystems and evolution. It forms the foundation for careers in healthcare, research, biotechnology, and environmental science. Learning biology helps you explore how life works and builds a deeper understanding of the natural world and your place within it.

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