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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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      Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Rice University

      Introduction to Biology: Biodiversity

      Skills you'll gain: Biology, Microbiology, Life Sciences, Environmental Science, Anatomy, Molecular Biology, Taxonomy

      4.9
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      61 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      University of Michigan

      Introduction to Translational Science

      Skills you'll gain: Health Disparities, Health Equity, Medical Science and Research, Community Health, Research, Clinical Research, Public Health, Diversity Awareness, Research Design, Clinical Trials, Scientific Methods, Mentorship

      4.3
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      Immersify

      The Heart of the Matter: Exploring the Cardiovascular System

      Skills you'll gain: Cardiology, Patient Evaluation, Electocardiography, Anatomy, Pathology, Patient Treatment, Chronic Diseases, Vital Signs, Biology, Medical Terminology

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Peking University

      Advanced Neurobiology I

      Skills you'll gain: Neurology, Anatomy, Molecular Biology, Biochemistry, Biology, Basic Electrical Systems, Scientific Methods, Research

      4.1
      Rating, 4.1 out of 5 stars
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      634 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Rice University

      Medical Terminology I

      Skills you'll gain: Medical Terminology, Orthopedics, Medical Records, Urology, Anatomy, Electronic Medical Record

      4.9
      Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Technical University of Munich (TUM)

      Biotech — From Science to Business

      Skills you'll gain: Business Modeling, Commercialization, Entrepreneurship, Business Strategies, Business Valuation, Business Planning, Market Opportunities, Business, Technology Strategies, Business Development, Strategic Thinking, Innovation, Value Propositions, Product Development, Market Analysis, Market Research

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      University of Michigan

      AIDS: Fear and Hope

      Skills you'll gain: Infectious Diseases, Health Disparities, Preventative Care, Public Health, Patient Education And Counseling, Medical Science and Research, Health Policy, Social Sciences, Microbiology, Cultural Diversity

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      425 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Peking University

      遗传学实验

      Skills you'll gain: Laboratory Research, Scientific Methods, Experimentation, Research Design, Molecular Biology, Biology, Biostatistics, Bioinformatics, Life Sciences

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

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      Novartis

      Pre-formulation

      Skills you'll gain: Pharmaceuticals, Pharmacology, Clinical Research, Clinical Trials, Medication Administration, 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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      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
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      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Peking University

      生物演化

      Skills you'll gain: Molecular Biology, Biology, Bioinformatics, Environmental Science, Biostatistics, Mathematical Modeling, Taxonomy, Scientific Methods, Chemistry

      4.9
      Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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      Mixed · Course · 3 - 6 Months

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    In summary, here are 10 of our most popular life science courses

    • Emergent Phenomena in Science and Everyday Life: University of California, Irvine
    • Introduction to Biology: Biodiversity: Rice University
    • Introduction to Translational Science : University of Michigan
    • The Heart of the Matter: Exploring the Cardiovascular System: Immersify
    • Advanced Neurobiology I: Peking University
    • Medical Terminology I: Rice University
    • Biotech — From Science to Business: Technical University of Munich (TUM)
    • AIDS: Fear and Hope: University of Michigan
    • 遗传学实验: Peking University
    • Pre-formulation: Novartis

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