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      University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign

      Introduction to Cannabis

      Skills you'll gain: Chemistry, Taxonomy, Production Process, Good Manufacturing Practices, Pharmacology, Biology, Research, Environmental Regulations

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

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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 Mining, Statistical Analysis, Data Analysis, Data Visualization Software

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      487 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      University of Colorado Boulder

      Discrete-Time Markov Chains and Monte Carlo Methods

      Skills you'll gain: Mathematical Modeling, Statistical Modeling, Machine Learning Algorithms, Generative AI Agents, Artificial Intelligence

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      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Duke University

      Chimpanzee Behavior and Conservation

      Skills you'll gain: Advocacy, Research, Social Sciences, Data Collection, Anthropology, Human Development, Nutrition and Diet, Environmental Issue, Community Development, Biology

      4.9
      Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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      278 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      University of California San Diego

      Algae Biotechnology

      Skills you'll gain: Life Sciences, Environmental Issue, Corporate Sustainability, Regulatory Requirements, Chemical and Biomedical Engineering, Biochemistry, Commercialization, Regulatory Affairs, Company, Product, and Service Knowledge, Production Process, New Product Development, Product Development, Environmental Engineering, Molecular, Cellular, and Microbiology, Biology, Innovation

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      603 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      University of Colorado Boulder

      Engineering Genetic Circuits

      Skills you'll gain: Markov Model, Molecular Biology, Bioinformatics, Mathematical Modeling, Engineering Analysis, Electrical Engineering, Chemical and Biomedical Engineering, Engineering Design Process, Systems Design, Computational Thinking, Simulations, Biochemistry, Electrical and Computer Engineering, Computational Logic, Differential Equations, Software Visualization, Systems Analysis, Failure Analysis, Simulation and Simulation Software, Molecular, Cellular, and Microbiology

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      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      32 reviews

      Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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      University of California San Diego

      Hacking COVID-19 — Course 1: Identifying a Deadly Pathogen

      Skills you'll gain: Bioinformatics, Infectious Diseases, Molecular Biology, Computational Thinking, Microbiology

      4.4
      Rating, 4.4 out of 5 stars
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      56 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Technion - Israel Institute of Technology

      Nanotechnology and Nanosensors, Part1

      Skills you'll gain: Engineering, Scientific, and Technical Instruments, Semiconductors, Innovation, Chemical and Biomedical Engineering, Emerging Technologies, Chemistry, Electronics, Medical Equipment and Technology, Laboratory Research, Chemical Engineering, Creative Design, Biochemistry

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      1.2K reviews

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      University of Alberta

      Science & Religion 101

      Skills you'll gain: Research, Science and Research, Ancient History, Biology, Physics, Anthropology

      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 California, Irvine

      Emergent Phenomena in Science and Everyday Life

      Skills you'll gain: Systems Thinking, Analysis, General Science and Research, Computational Thinking, Biology, Scientific Methods, Mathematical Modeling, Physics, Psychology, Emerging Technologies

      4.4
      Rating, 4.4 out of 5 stars
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      154 reviews

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      The University of Tokyo

      Welcome to Game Theory

      Skills you'll gain: Game Theory, Socioeconomics, Social Sciences, Behavioral Economics, Economics, Strategic Decision-Making, Decision Making, Business Strategy, Strategic Planning, Probability

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      2K reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Imperial College London

      What Are Viruses And How Do We Work With Them?

      Skills you'll gain: Molecular Biology, Microbiology, Life Sciences, Infectious Diseases, Medical Science and Research, Epidemiology, Laboratory Research, Biology

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      14 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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

    • Introduction to Cannabis: University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign
    • Bioinformatic Methods II: University of Toronto
    • Discrete-Time Markov Chains and Monte Carlo Methods: University of Colorado Boulder
    • Chimpanzee Behavior and Conservation: Duke University
    • Algae Biotechnology: University of California San Diego
    • Engineering Genetic Circuits: University of Colorado Boulder
    • Hacking COVID-19 — Course 1: Identifying a Deadly Pathogen: University of California San Diego
    • Nanotechnology and Nanosensors, Part1: Technion - Israel Institute of Technology
    • Science & Religion 101: University of Alberta
    • Emergent Phenomena in Science and Everyday Life: University of California, Irvine

    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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