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      Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai

      Experimental Methods in Systems Biology

      Skills you'll gain: Quantitative Research, Bioinformatics, Molecular Biology, Biotechnology, Biomedical Technology, Biochemistry, Cell Biology, Laboratory Techniques, Analytical Chemistry, Mathematical Modeling, Biology, Laboratory Equipment

      4.5
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      Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      University of Geneva

      Classical papers in molecular genetics

      Skills you'll gain: Molecular Biology, Biochemistry, Biology, Life Sciences, Laboratory Research, Microbiology, Experimentation

      4.7
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      240 reviews

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      University of Colorado Boulder

      Specialty Topics: Biology Across Disciplines

      Skills you'll gain: Human Development, Biology, Child Development, Music, Decision Making, Liberal Arts, Education and Training, Psychology, Science and Research, Scientific Methods, Business Economics, Clinical Trials

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Peking University

      Advanced Neurobiology II

      Skills you'll gain: Neurology, Anatomy, Physiology, Psychology, Mental Health Diseases and Disorders, Cell Biology, Psychiatry, Behavioral Health, Biology, Molecular Biology, Pathology

      4.4
      Rating, 4.4 out of 5 stars
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      161 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Johns Hopkins University

      Engineering Life: Synbio, Bioethics & Public Policy

      Skills you'll gain: Governance, Biotechnology, Policy Analysis, Medical Science and Research, Healthcare Ethics, Clinical Research Ethics, Health Policy, Chemical and Biomedical Engineering, Public Policies, Environmental Issue, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Policy Development, Public Health, Case Studies

      4.2
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      80 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Universidad Nacional Autónoma de México

      La química en la producción de alimentos y medicamentos

      Skills you'll gain: Chemistry, Natural Resource Management, Food and Beverage, Biochemistry, Environment and Resource Management, Chemical Engineering, Pharmaceuticals, Materials science, Nutrition and Diet, Analytical Chemistry, Laboratory Procedures

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      56 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      University of Florida

      TECH MeD: Transdisciplinary Education for Critical Hacks of Medical Devices

      Skills you'll gain: Medical Devices, Healthcare Ethics, Health Technology, Internet Of Things, Medical Equipment, Patient Safety, Healthcare Industry Knowledge, Telehealth, Vulnerability, Medical Privacy, Legal Risk, Health Care, Regulatory Compliance, Law, Regulation, and Compliance, Threat Modeling, Security Awareness, Cybersecurity

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      Rating, 4.4 out of 5 stars
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      28 reviews

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Imperial College London

      Foundations in Virology and Vaccinology

      Skills you'll gain: Immunology, Infectious Diseases, Molecular Biology, Epidemiology, Microbiology, Public Health, Drug Development, Biotechnology, Medical Science and Research, Climate Change Programs, Cell Biology, Health Disparities, Biology, Clinical Trials, Laboratory Research, Pharmacology, Public Health and Disease Prevention, New Product Development, Emerging Technologies, Manufacturing Processes

      4.9
      Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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      69 reviews

      Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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      Novartis

      Drug Hunting: The Science of Making New Medicines

      Skills you'll gain: Pre-Clinical Development, Drug Interaction, Clinical Trials, Pharmacology, Drug Development, Pharmaceuticals, Patient Safety, Clinical Research, Competitive Intelligence, Safety Standards, Laboratory Testing, Biochemical Assays, Medication Administration, Pharmacotherapy, Pharmaceutical Terminology, Safety Assurance, Biotechnology, Biochemistry, Laboratory Research, Chemistry

      4.8
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      232 reviews

      Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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      Georgia Institute of Technology

      Introduction to High-Throughput Materials Development

      Skills you'll gain: Materials science, Experimentation, New Product Development, Laboratory Research, Product Development, Sustainable Technologies, Chemical Engineering, Process Development, Chemistry, Prototyping, Mechanical Engineering, Laboratory Techniques

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      179 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Universidad Nacional Autónoma de México

      Evolución

      Skills you'll gain: Biology, Life Sciences, Human Learning, Environment, World History, Cell Biology, Scientific Methods, European History, Taxonomy, Specimen Collection, Mathematical Modeling, Probability & Statistics

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      363 reviews

      Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

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      Novartis

      Pre-formulation

      Skills you'll gain: Pre-Clinical Development, Drug Development, Pharmaceuticals, Pharmacology, Clinical Research, Clinical Trials, Pharmacotherapy, Chemistry, Manufacturing and Production

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      41 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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

    • Experimental Methods in Systems Biology: Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai
    • Classical papers in molecular genetics: University of Geneva
    • Specialty Topics: Biology Across Disciplines: University of Colorado Boulder
    • Advanced Neurobiology II: Peking University
    • Engineering Life: Synbio, Bioethics & Public Policy: Johns Hopkins University
    • La química en la producción de alimentos y medicamentos: Universidad Nacional Autónoma de México
    • TECH MeD: Transdisciplinary Education for Critical Hacks of Medical Devices: University of Florida
    • Foundations in Virology and Vaccinology: Imperial College London
    • Drug Hunting: The Science of Making New Medicines: Novartis
    • Introduction to High-Throughput Materials Development: Georgia Institute of Technology

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