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    Find the Best Biology Course for Your Goals

    • M

      Moderna

      mRNAs as Medicines

      Skills you'll gain: Molecular Biology, Pharmacology, Biochemistry, Precision Medicine, Pharmaceuticals, Emerging Technologies, Medical Science and Research, Infectious Diseases, Oncology, Public Health and Disease Prevention

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      66 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • J

      Johns Hopkins University

      Toxicology 21: Scientific Applications

      Skills you'll gain: Product Testing, Laboratory Testing, Regulatory Compliance, Environmental Regulations, Environmental Science, Chemistry, Medical Science and Research, Laboratory Research, Molecular Biology, Biology, Data Mining

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
      ·
      86 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • 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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      374 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • Status: New
      New
      J

      Jordan University of Science and Technology

      General Histology

      Skills you'll gain: Cardiology, Anatomy, Pathology, Neurology, Life Sciences, Biology, Structural Analysis, Laboratory Experience

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • U

      Universidade Estadual de Campinas

      Cosmetologia em prol do envelhecimento com saúde e beleza

      Skills you'll gain: Patient Evaluation, Product Testing, Personal Care, Laboratory Research, Biology, Pharmaceuticals, Pharmacology, Chemistry, Health Care Procedure and Regulation, Preventative Care, Regulatory Compliance, Life Sciences, Product Development, Safety Assurance

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
      ·
      233 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • Status: Free Trial
      Free Trial
      U

      University of California San Diego

      Genome Assembly Programming Challenge

      Skills you'll gain: Bioinformatics, Graph Theory, Epidemiology, Infectious Diseases, Network Analysis, Program Development, Molecular Biology, Computational Thinking, Algorithms

      4.5
      Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
      ·
      346 reviews

      Advanced · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • Status: Free Trial
      Free Trial
      N

      National Academy of Sports Medicine

      Metabolic Makeover

      Skills you'll gain: Vital Signs, Kinesiology, Nutrition and Diet, Nutrition Education, Systems Of Measurement, Biology

      4.5
      Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
      ·
      124 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • T

      The University of Sydney

      Easing the burden of obesity, diabetes and cardiovascular disease

      Skills you'll gain: Chronic Diseases, Systems Thinking, Epidemiology, Public Health and Disease Prevention, Public Health, Health Care, Preventative Care, Socioeconomics, Health Policy, Nutrition and Diet, Biology, Psychology

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      173 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • Status: Free Trial
      Free Trial
      I

      Imperial College London

      Foundations in Virology and Vaccinology

      Skills you'll gain: Infectious Diseases, Infection Control, Public Health and Disease Prevention, Molecular Biology, Epidemiology, Microbiology, Life Sciences, Public Health, Medical Science and Research, Pharmaceuticals, Biology, Clinical Trials, Laboratory Research, Pharmacology, Clinical Research, New Product Development, Molecular, Cellular, and Microbiology, Innovation, Emerging Technologies, Manufacturing Processes

      4.9
      Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
      ·
      61 reviews

      Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

    • K

      Korea Advanced Institute of Science and Technology(KAIST)

      Signaling actions of small molecules

      Skills you'll gain: Biochemistry, Pharmacology, Molecular Biology, Life Sciences, Blood Pressure, Medical Science and Research, Biology, Microbiology, Oncology

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
      ·
      8 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • U

      University of Cape Town

      Introduction to Small Molecule Drug Discovery & Development

      Skills you'll gain: Pharmacology, Clinical Trials, Clinical Research, Pharmaceuticals, Infectious Diseases, New Product Development, Medical Science and Research, Chemistry, Patient Treatment, Regulatory Compliance, Biology, Emerging Technologies

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      87 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • Status: Free Trial
      Free Trial
      U

      Universidad de Palermo

      Introducción a la Neurociencia

      Skills you'll gain: Neurology, Molecular Biology, Psychology, Anatomy, Human Development, Mental Health, Human Learning, Biology, Biochemistry

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
      ·
      370 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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

    • mRNAs as Medicines: Moderna
    • Toxicology 21: Scientific Applications: Johns Hopkins University
    • Data Processing Using Python: Nanjing University
    • General Histology: Jordan University of Science and Technology
    • Cosmetologia em prol do envelhecimento com saúde e beleza: Universidade Estadual de Campinas
    • Genome Assembly Programming Challenge: University of California San Diego
    • Metabolic Makeover: National Academy of Sports Medicine
    • Easing the burden of obesity, diabetes and cardiovascular disease: The University of Sydney
    • Foundations in Virology and Vaccinology: Imperial College London
    • Signaling actions of small molecules: Korea Advanced Institute of Science and Technology(KAIST)

    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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