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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 Toronto

      Bioinformatic Methods II

      Skills you'll gain: Bioinformatics, Biostatistics, Molecular Biology, Network Analysis, Database Software, Health Informatics, Data Processing, Data Visualization Software, Scientific Visualization

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      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Johns Hopkins University

      Statistics for Genomic Data Science

      Skills you'll gain: Biostatistics, Bioinformatics, Exploratory Data Analysis, Statistical Analysis, Statistical Methods, Statistical Hypothesis Testing, Statistical Modeling, Statistics, R Programming, Probability & Statistics, Data Analysis, Statistical Inference, Regression Analysis, Data Pipelines, Data Transformation, Data Processing

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      Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai

      Network Analysis in Systems Biology

      Skills you'll gain: Bioinformatics, Unsupervised Learning, Biostatistics, Biology, Machine Learning Algorithms, Data Processing, Statistical Methods, Systems Engineering, Unix Commands, Linux Commands

      4.5
      Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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      200 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign

      Genomics: Decoding the Universal Language of Life

      Skills you'll gain: Life Sciences, Molecular Biology, Biotechnology, Precision Medicine, Biology, Physiology, Sustainable Development, Environmental Science, Cell Biology, Microbiology, Biomedical Engineering, Research

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      327 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Duke University

      Dog Emotion and Cognition

      Skills you'll gain: Cognitive flexibility, Psychology, Compassion, Learning Theory, Social Skills, Empathy, Anthropology, Train The Trainer, Experimentation, Research, General Science and Research, Scientific Methods, Cultural Diversity, Cooperation, Non-Verbal Communication, Biology

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Fred Hutchinson Cancer Center

      Making Science Reproducible - A Capstone Course

      Skills you'll gain: Version Control, Key Management, YAML

      Advanced · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      International Institute of Information Technology, Hyderabad

      Introduction to Computer Organization

      Skills you'll gain: System Programming, Performance Tuning, C (Programming Language), Computational Logic, Numerical Analysis, Algorithms, Debugging

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      University of Colorado Boulder

      Biology Everywhere

      Skills you'll gain: Molecular Biology, Biochemistry, Human Development, Biology, Environment, Chemistry, Cell Biology, Environmental Issue, Child Development, Environmental Science, Life Sciences, Environmental Resource Management, Music, Biotechnology, General Science and Research, Decision Making, Natural Resource Management, Liberal Arts, Oncology, Sustainable Development

      4.5
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      Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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      Birla Institute of Technology & Science, Pilani

      Algorithm Design: Mastering Computational Problem Solving

      Skills you'll gain: Computer Science, Machine Learning Algorithms, Solution Design, Problem Solving, Mathematical Theory & Analysis, Scalability

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Birla Institute of Technology & Science, Pilani

      Data Structures and Algorithms

      Skills you'll gain: Algorithms, Programming Principles, Data Management, Computational Thinking, Tree Maps, Data Manipulation, C and C++, Software Design, Analysis, Problem Solving, Complex Problem Solving

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      University of Colorado Boulder

      Biology Everywhere Foundations

      Skills you'll gain: Biochemistry, Chemistry, Biology, General Science and Research, Molecular Biology, Scientific Methods, Water Quality, Nutrition and Diet

      4.5
      Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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      230 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      University of Michigan

      Anatomy

      Skills you'll gain: Human Musculoskeletal System, Anatomy, Endocrinology, Pulmonology, Cardiology, Respiration, Gynecology, Hematology, Obstetrics And Gynecology, Orthopedics, Neurology, Urology, Nephrology, Kinesiology, Physiology, Medical Imaging, Sports Medicine, Biology, Medical Terminology, Cell Biology

      4.8
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      Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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

    • Bioinformatic Methods II: University of Toronto
    • Statistics for Genomic Data Science: Johns Hopkins University
    • Network Analysis in Systems Biology: Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai
    • Genomics: Decoding the Universal Language of Life: University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign
    • Dog Emotion and Cognition: Duke University
    • Making Science Reproducible - A Capstone Course: Fred Hutchinson Cancer Center
    • Introduction to Computer Organization: International Institute of Information Technology, Hyderabad
    • Biology Everywhere: University of Colorado Boulder
    • Algorithm Design: Mastering Computational Problem Solving: Birla Institute of Technology & Science, Pilani
    • Data Structures and Algorithms: Birla Institute of Technology & Science, Pilani

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