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      American Museum of Natural History

      The Science of Stem Cells

      Skills you'll gain: Medical Science and Research, Healthcare Ethics, Clinical Research, Life Sciences, Biology, Precision Medicine, Molecular Biology, Emerging Technologies, Laboratory Research, Ethical Standards And Conduct

      4.7
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      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      University of Manchester

      Industrial Biotechnology

      Skills you'll gain: Process Engineering, Molecular Biology, Chemical Engineering, Life Sciences, Biochemistry, Bioinformatics, Biology, Pharmaceuticals, Environmental Engineering, Manufacturing Processes, Process Development, Microbiology

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      3.6K reviews

      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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      Johns Hopkins University

      Cancer Biology

      Skills you'll gain: Oncology, Medical Imaging, Patient Education And Counseling, Molecular Biology, Clinical Trials, Preventative Care, Treatment Planning, Patient Evaluation, Primary Care, Pathology, Urology, Patient Treatment, Health Care, Internal Medicine, General Medical Tests and Procedures, Laboratory Testing, Precision Medicine, Anatomy, Biology, Medical Terminology

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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      University of Colorado Boulder

      Biology Everywhere

      Skills you'll gain: Biochemistry, Human Development, Biology, Life Sciences, Environment, Chemistry, Environmental Issue, Child Development, Environmental Science, Environmental Resource Management, Music, General Science and Research, Decision Making, Natural Resource Management, Liberal Arts, Oncology, Education and Training, Environmental Policy, Psychology, Scientific Methods

      4.5
      Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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      363 reviews

      Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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      Duke University

      Introductory Human Physiology

      Skills you'll gain: Respiration, Anatomy, Pulmonology, Cardiology, Nephrology, Urology, Kinesiology, Vital Signs, Neurology, Biology, Nutrition and Diet, Biochemistry, Gynecology

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      5.3K reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Yale University

      The Science of Well-Being

      Skills you'll gain: Positive Behavior Support, Goal Setting, Resilience, Self-Awareness, Behavioral Economics, Mental Health, Productivity, Psychology, Social Skills, Mindfulness

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

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      Stanford University

      Writing in the Sciences

      Skills you'll gain: Grant Writing, Peer Review, Technical Writing, Technical Communication, Writing, Scientific Methods, Journals, Editing, Grammar, Research, Media and Communications, Ethical Standards And Conduct

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

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      Yale University

      The Science of Well-Being for Parents

      Skills you'll gain: Stress Management, Mindfulness, Time Management, Emotional Intelligence, Personal Care, Personal Development, Self-Awareness, Child Development, Positive Behavior Support, Resilience, Mental Health

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      Rating, 5 out of 5 stars
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      73 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Imperial College London

      How Vaccines Work

      Skills you'll gain: Public Health and Disease Prevention, Epidemiology, Infectious Diseases, Public Health, Medical Science and Research, Pharmaceuticals, Clinical Trials, New Product Development, Molecular, Cellular, and Microbiology, Manufacturing Processes

      4.9
      Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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      48 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      University of Colorado Boulder

      The Little Stuff: Energy, Cells, and Genetics

      Skills you'll gain: Life Sciences, Biology, Oncology, Biochemistry, Environmental Science, Medical Science and Research, Precision Medicine, Healthcare Ethics, Emerging Technologies

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      117 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      University of Michigan

      Translating Basic Research into Research for Humans

      Skills you'll gain: Clinical Research, Clinical Trials, Medical Science and Research, Pharmaceuticals, Laboratory Research, General Science and Research, Research, Biology, Ethical Standards And Conduct

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      15 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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

    • The Science of Stem Cells: American Museum of Natural History
    • Industrial Biotechnology: University of Manchester
    • Biotech — From Science to Business: Technical University of Munich (TUM)
    • Cancer Biology: Johns Hopkins University
    • Biology Everywhere: University of Colorado Boulder
    • Introductory Human Physiology: Duke University
    • The Science of Well-Being: Yale University
    • Writing in the Sciences: Stanford University
    • The Science of Well-Being for Parents: Yale University
    • How Vaccines Work: Imperial College London

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