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    Explore drug discovery processes for developing new medications. Learn about target identification, screening, and clinical trials.

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    • N

      Nanjing University

      Data Processing Using Python

      Skills you'll gain: Data Processing, Data Mining, Data Structures, Data Presentation, Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Web Scraping, Data Analysis, Python Programming, Pandas (Python Package), NumPy, Data Visualization, Data Import/Export, Data Manipulation, Matplotlib, User Interface (UI) Design

      4.1
      Rating, 4.1 out of 5 stars
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      373 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      N

      Novartis

      Lead Selection & Optimization

      Skills you'll gain: Pharmacology, Pharmaceuticals, Clinical Research, Biochemistry, Chemistry, Laboratory Research, Infectious Diseases, Research Design

      5
      Rating, 5 out of 5 stars
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      22 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      T

      Technion - Israel Institute of Technology

      Cracking the Creativity Code: Discovering Ideas

      Skills you'll gain: Ideation, Brainstorming, Innovation, Creative Problem-Solving, Creative Thinking, Creativity, Operations Management, Resourcefulness, Thought Leadership, Problem Solving, Strategic Thinking, Visionary, New Product Development, Solution Delivery, Initiative and Leadership, Presentations, Adaptability, Persistence

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      1K reviews

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • Status: Free Trial
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      U

      University of California San Diego

      Finding Mutations in DNA and Proteins (Bioinformatics VI)

      Skills you'll gain: Bioinformatics, Markov Model, Molecular Biology, Machine Learning Methods, Computational Thinking, Algorithms, Computer Programming Tools, Data Structures, Probability & Statistics

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      60 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • Status: Free Trial
      Free Trial
      N

      Novartis

      Introduction to Good Clinical Practice

      Skills you'll gain: Clinical Research, Clinical Trials, Patient Education And Counseling, Healthcare Ethics, Medical Science and Research, Regulatory Compliance, Medical Privacy, Risk Management

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      353 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • G

      Genentech

      Data Sciences in Pharma - Patient Centered Outcomes Research

      Skills you'll gain: Clinical Trials, Clinical Research, Pharmaceuticals, Patient Evaluation, Quantitative Research, Patient Safety, Medical Science and Research, Data Analysis, Statistical Analysis

      4.4
      Rating, 4.4 out of 5 stars
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      18 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      U

      University of Washington

      Machine Learning: Clustering & Retrieval

      Skills you'll gain: Unsupervised Learning, Bayesian Statistics, Applied Machine Learning, Data Mining, Statistical Machine Learning, Big Data, Statistical Inference, Text Mining, Statistical Modeling, Machine Learning Algorithms, Unstructured Data, Machine Learning, Sampling (Statistics), Scalability, Probability Distribution, Algorithms

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      2.4K reviews

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • G

      Georgia Institute of Technology

      Introduction to High-Throughput Materials Development

      Skills you'll gain: Experimentation, New Product Development, Product Development, Laboratory Experience, Manufacturing Processes, Engineering Design Process, Chemical Engineering, Process Development, Chemistry, Prototyping, Mechanical Engineering, Simulation and Simulation Software

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      179 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • Status: Free Trial
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      Universidad Nacional Autónoma de México

      Database systems

      Skills you'll gain: NoSQL, Data Warehousing, Database Systems, Relational Databases, Database Management, Extract, Transform, Load, SQL, Databases, Data Mining, Business Intelligence, Big Data, Information Systems, MySQL, Predictive Analytics, Database Design, MongoDB, Analytics, Data Modeling, Scalability, Data Store

      4.3
      Rating, 4.3 out of 5 stars
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      682 reviews

      Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

    • P

      Pontificia Universidad Católica de Chile

      Introducción a la Minería de Datos

      Skills you'll gain: Exploratory Data Analysis, Data Mining, Data Analysis, Machine Learning Algorithms, Data Manipulation, Databases, Data Science, Machine Learning Methods, Unsupervised Learning, Supervised Learning, Classification And Regression Tree (CART), Algorithms, Performance Testing

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      1.3K reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • Status: Free Trial
      Free Trial
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      National Academy of Sports Medicine

      Making Sense of Supplements

      Skills you'll gain: Nutrition and Diet, Nutrition Education, Regulatory Compliance, Clinical Nutrition, Medical Science and Research

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      35 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • Status: Free Trial
      Free Trial
      C

      Copenhagen Business School

      Social Entrepreneurship

      Skills you'll gain: Growth Strategies, Team Oriented, Marketing Communications, Business Modeling, Business Planning, Entrepreneurship, Organizational Structure, Marketing Effectiveness, Market Opportunities, Communication Strategies, New Business Development, Business Development, Strategic Partnership, Business Strategies, Community Development, Program Evaluation, Social Sciences, Business Strategy, Performance Measurement, Fundraising

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      388 reviews

      Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    In summary, here are 10 of our most popular drug discovery courses

    • Data Processing Using Python: Nanjing University
    • Lead Selection & Optimization: Novartis
    • Cracking the Creativity Code: Discovering Ideas: Technion - Israel Institute of Technology
    • Finding Mutations in DNA and Proteins (Bioinformatics VI): University of California San Diego
    • Introduction to Good Clinical Practice: Novartis
    • Data Sciences in Pharma - Patient Centered Outcomes Research: Genentech
    • Machine Learning: Clustering & Retrieval: University of Washington
    • Introduction to High-Throughput Materials Development: Georgia Institute of Technology
    • Database systems: Universidad Nacional Autónoma de México
    • Introducción a la Minería de Datos: Pontificia Universidad Católica de Chile

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