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Molecular Biology Courses

Molecular biology courses can help you learn DNA replication, transcription, translation, and gene expression analysis. You can build skills in experimental design, data analysis, and the use of bioinformatics tools. Many courses introduce techniques such as PCR, gel electrophoresis, and CRISPR, along with software for sequence alignment and molecular modeling, allowing you to apply your knowledge in laboratory settings and research projects.


Popular Molecular Biology Courses and Certifications


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    University of Manchester

    Industrial Biotechnology

    Skills you'll gain: Biotechnology, Sustainable Technologies, Process Engineering, Molecular Biology, Chemical Engineering, Sustainable Engineering, Life Sciences, Biochemistry, Pharmaceuticals, Biomedical Engineering, Materials science, Scalability

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    Rice University

    Introduction to Biology: Ecology, Evolution, & Biodiversity

    Skills you'll gain: Biology, Environment, Microbiology, Environmental Science, Life Sciences, Environmental Issue, Sustainable Development, Natural Resource Management, Physiology, Molecular Biology, Taxonomy, Cell Biology, Anatomy, Climate Change Adaptation, Estimation, Scientific Methods, Climate Change Mitigation, Experimentation

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    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai

    Systems Biology and Biotechnology

    Skills you'll gain: Matlab, Bioinformatics, Quantitative Research, Unsupervised Learning, Data Synthesis, Research, Mathematical Modeling, Molecular Biology, Pharmacology, Science and Research, Cell Biology, Biotechnology, Biomedical Technology, Scientific Methods, Physiology, Differential Equations, Computational Logic, Biochemistry, Network Analysis, Biology

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    Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    Johns Hopkins University

    Genomic Data Science

    Skills you'll gain: Bioinformatics, Unix Commands, Biostatistics, Exploratory Data Analysis, Statistical Analysis, Unix, Data Science, Data Management, Statistical Methods, Command-Line Interface, Statistical Hypothesis Testing, Linux Commands, Data Analysis Software, Data Quality, Data Structures, Data Analysis, Computer Science, Molecular Biology, R Programming, Python Programming

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    Technical University of Denmark (DTU)

    Antimicrobial resistance - theory and methods

    Skills you'll gain: Laboratory Testing, Quality Assurance, Microbiology, Infectious Diseases, Bioinformatics, Public Health, Epidemiology, Molecular Biology, Pharmacology

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    The University of Melbourne

    Epigenetic Control of Gene Expression

    Skills you'll gain: Molecular Biology, Life Sciences, Oncology, Environment, Cell Biology, Biology, Medical Science and Research, Research Design, Nutrition and Diet

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    Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Rice University

    Human Anatomy & Physiology I

    Skills you'll gain: Human Musculoskeletal System, Anatomy, Endocrinology, Orthopedics, Kinesiology, Physiology, Neurology, Medical Terminology, Cell Biology, Biology, Chemistry, Clinical Practices, Sports Medicine, Physical Therapy, Molecular, Cellular, and Microbiology, Life Sciences, Lifelong Learning

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    University of Manchester

    Introduction to Molecular Spectroscopy

    Skills you'll gain: Analytical Chemistry, Laboratory Techniques, Chemistry, Laboratory Equipment, Vibrations, electromagnetics, Physics, Engineering Analysis, Structural Analysis, Engineering Calculations

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    University of Toronto

    Bioinformatic Methods I

    Skills you'll gain: Biostatistics, Life Sciences, Data Analysis

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    Johns Hopkins University

    Introduction to the Biology of Cancer

    Skills you'll gain: Oncology, Medical Imaging, Diagnostic Radiology, Molecular Biology, Clinical Trials, Radiation Therapy, Cell Biology, Treatment Planning, Pathology, Epidemiology, Biology, Risk Analysis, Surgery

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    University of California San Diego

    Applied Bioinformatics

    Skills you'll gain: Bioinformatics, Diagnostic Tests, Model Evaluation, Molecular Biology, Infectious Diseases, Informatics, Network Analysis, Medical Science and Research, Computational Thinking, Biochemistry, Data Mining, Scientific Visualization, Life Sciences, Tree Maps, Microbiology, Biology, Data Analysis Software, Pharmacology, Science and Research

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    University of Colorado Boulder

    The Little Stuff: Energy, Cells, and Genetics

    Skills you'll gain: Molecular Biology, Life Sciences, Biology, Cell Biology, Biotechnology, Oncology, Biochemistry, Environmental Science, Physiology, Medical Science and Research, Energy and Utilities, Healthcare Ethics, Emerging Technologies, Ethical Standards And Conduct

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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

  • Industrial Biotechnology: University of Manchester
  • Introduction to Biology: Ecology, Evolution, & Biodiversity: Rice University
  • Systems Biology and Biotechnology: Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai
  • Genomic Data Science: Johns Hopkins University
  • Antimicrobial resistance - theory and methods: Technical University of Denmark (DTU)
  • Epigenetic Control of Gene Expression: The University of Melbourne
  • Human Anatomy & Physiology I: Rice University
  • Introduction to Molecular Spectroscopy: University of Manchester
  • Bioinformatic Methods I: University of Toronto
  • Introduction to the Biology of Cancer: Johns Hopkins University

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