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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 Cambridge

      The neuropsychology of decision making

      Skills you'll gain: Human Development, Psychology, Neurology, Psychiatry, Child Development, Mental Health Diseases and Disorders, Anatomy, Biology

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      O.P. Jindal Global University

      Introduction to Psychology

      Skills you'll gain: Research Methodologies, Research, Psychology, Mental Health Diseases and Disorders, Scientific Methods, Mental and Behavioral Health Specialties, Mental Health, Human Learning, Human Development, Behavioral Health, Stress Management, Learning Theory, Culture, Biology, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Neurology, Statistical Analysis

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      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      DeepLearning.AI

      Intro to Federated Learning

      Skills you'll gain: Large Language Modeling, PyTorch (Machine Learning Library), Personally Identifiable Information, Information Privacy, Generative AI, Distributed Computing, Machine Learning

      Beginner · Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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      The University of Edinburgh

      Animal Behaviour and Welfare

      Skills you'll gain: Behavior Management, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Qualitative Research, Healthcare Ethics, Environmental Issue, Scientific Methods, Biology

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      The University of Edinburgh

      Astrobiology and the Search for Extraterrestrial Life

      Skills you'll gain: Biology, Life Sciences, Environment, Biochemistry, Microbiology, Research, Physical Science, Science and Research, Scientific Methods, Chemistry

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      University of Alberta

      Paleontology: Ancient Marine Reptiles

      Skills you'll gain: Biology, Ancient History, Life Sciences, Taxonomy

      4.9
      Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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      1.3K reviews

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      University of Glasgow

      Biomedical Visualisation

      Skills you'll gain: 3D Modeling, Medical Terminology, Augmented and Virtual Reality (AR/VR), Anatomy, Virtual Reality, Animations, Image Analysis, Biology, Medical Imaging, Augmented Reality

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      511 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Stanford University

      Divide and Conquer, Sorting and Searching, and Randomized Algorithms

      Skills you'll gain: Algorithms, Graph Theory, Data Structures, Theoretical Computer Science, Computational Thinking, Mathematical Theory & Analysis, Analysis, Probability, Design Strategies

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

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      Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai

      Introduction to Systems Biology

      Skills you'll gain: Molecular Biology, Pharmacology, Biochemistry, Biology, Systems Engineering, Bioinformatics, Mathematical Modeling, Systems Analysis, Simulation and Simulation Software, Statistical Modeling

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      Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      American Museum of Natural History

      Marine Biology

      Skills you'll gain: Life Sciences, Biology, Environmental Science, Environment, Biochemistry, Molecular Biology, Environmental Issue, Natural Resource Management, Water Resources, Environment and Resource Management, Research

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      527 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      University of Pennsylvania

      Introduction to Python Programming

      Skills you'll gain: Data Structures, Programming Principles, Python Programming, Computer Programming, Computational Thinking, Scripting, Software Development Tools, Integrated Development Environments, Data Import/Export, Jupyter, File Management

      4.5
      Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      University of California San Diego

      Algorithmic Toolbox

      Skills you'll gain: Algorithms, Program Development, Debugging, Development Testing, Test Engineering, Software Testing, Computational Thinking, Test Case, Computer Programming, Programming Principles, Data Structures, Theoretical Computer Science, Bioinformatics, Design Strategies

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      13K reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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

    • The neuropsychology of decision making: University of Cambridge
    • Introduction to Psychology: O.P. Jindal Global University
    • Intro to Federated Learning: DeepLearning.AI
    • Animal Behaviour and Welfare: The University of Edinburgh
    • Astrobiology and the Search for Extraterrestrial Life: The University of Edinburgh
    • Paleontology: Ancient Marine Reptiles: University of Alberta
    • Biomedical Visualisation: University of Glasgow
    • Divide and Conquer, Sorting and Searching, and Randomized Algorithms: Stanford University
    • Introduction to Systems Biology: Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai
    • Marine Biology: American Museum of Natural History

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