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Computational Biology Courses

Computational biology courses can help you learn genetic sequencing, protein structure prediction, and biological data analysis. You can build skills in algorithm development, statistical modeling, and data visualization techniques. Many courses introduce tools like Python, R, and bioinformatics software, that support analyzing complex biological datasets and simulating biological processes.


Popular Computational Biology Courses and Certifications


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    National Taiwan University

    Operations Research (2): Optimization Algorithms

    Skills you'll gain: Operations Research, Linear Algebra, Applied Mathematics, Algorithms, Process Optimization, Program Implementation, Computational Thinking, Operational Analysis, Mathematical Modeling, Decision Making, Business Analytics

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    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    The University of Sydney

    Easing the burden of obesity, diabetes and cardiovascular disease

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

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    173 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Rice University

    Introduction to Biology: Ecology

    Skills you'll gain: Environment, Environmental Science, Life Sciences, Environmental Issue, Environment and Resource Management, Biology, Sustainable Development, Demography, Natural Resource Management, Climate Change Adaptation, Estimation, Climate Change Mitigation, Experimentation, Data Collection, Case Studies

    4.8
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    147 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    American Museum of Natural History

    Virology and Epidemiology in the Time of COVID-19

    Skills you'll gain: Health Disparities, Social Determinants Of Health, Infectious Diseases, Immunology, Epidemiology, Public Health, Pathology, Microbiology, Mathematical Modeling, Molecular Biology, Taxonomy, Cell Biology, Diagnostic Tests, Clinical Trials

    4.8
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    48 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    L&T EduTech

    Chip based VLSI design for Industrial Applications

    Skills you'll gain: Field-Programmable Gate Array (FPGA), Electronics, Hardware Design, Application Specific Integrated Circuits, Electronics Engineering, Serial Peripheral Interface, Computational Logic, Electrical Engineering, Computer Architecture, Schematic Diagrams, Semiconductors, Electronic Hardware, Electronic Components, Internet Of Things, Embedded Systems, Programmable Logic Controllers, Low Voltage, Electronic Systems, Control Systems, Computer Engineering

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    Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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    153 reviews

    Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    Technion - Israel Institute of Technology

    Medical Cannabis for Pain Control

    Skills you'll gain: Pain Management, Psychiatry, Physiology, Pharmaceuticals, Substance Abuse, Pharmacology, Neurology, Healthcare Ethics, Drug Interaction, Clinical Trials, Ancient History, Oncology, Mental Health Diseases and Disorders, Biology, World History, Chemistry

    4.3
    Rating, 4.3 out of 5 stars
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    149 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Korea Advanced Institute of Science and Technology(KAIST)

    Introduction to Quantum Information

    Skills you'll gain: Communication Systems, Emerging Technologies, Informatics, Cryptography, Linear Algebra, Computational Thinking, Information Technology, Physics, Mathematical Modeling

    4.2
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    Advanced · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Johns Hopkins University

    Computational and Graphical Models in Probability

    Skills you'll gain: Network Analysis, Statistical Modeling, Bayesian Network, R (Software), R Programming, Social Network Analysis, Simulations, Graph Theory, Statistical Analysis, Probability & Statistics, Markov Model, Probability Distribution, Data Visualization, Machine Learning, Statistical Hypothesis Testing

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    University of Glasgow

    Computational Thinking with JavaScript 2: Model & Analyse

    Skills you'll gain: JSON, Data Structures, Computational Thinking, Data Analysis, Data Visualization Software, Scripting, Javascript, Data Processing, Unsupervised Learning, Data Science, Data Modeling, Machine Learning, Computer Programming, Algorithms, Software Development

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    LearnQuest

    Introduction to Application Development

    Skills you'll gain: Apache Maven, Software Development Life Cycle, Unified Modeling Language, Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Build Tools, CI/CD, Object Oriented Design, Software Development Methodologies, Jenkins, Continuous Integration, Agile Methodology, Software Development Tools, Version Control, Software Design Patterns, Software Development, Test Driven Development (TDD), Computational Thinking, Cloud Development, Continuous Delivery, Programming Principles

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    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    Coursera

    Building an Ecosystem model with Insight Maker

    Skills you'll gain: Simulation and Simulation Software, Systems Thinking, Visualization (Computer Graphics), Data Modeling, Mathematical Modeling, Biology, Systems Analysis, Environment, Storytelling

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    Nanjing University

    结构生物化学(Structural Biochemistry)

    Skills you'll gain: Biochemistry, Molecular Biology, Cell Biology, Chemistry, Physiology, Analytical Chemistry, Biology, Bioinformatics, Structural Analysis, Experimentation

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

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

  • Operations Research (2): Optimization Algorithms: National Taiwan University
  • Easing the burden of obesity, diabetes and cardiovascular disease: The University of Sydney
  • Introduction to Biology: Ecology: Rice University
  • Virology and Epidemiology in the Time of COVID-19: American Museum of Natural History
  • Chip based VLSI design for Industrial Applications: L&T EduTech
  • Medical Cannabis for Pain Control : Technion - Israel Institute of Technology
  • Introduction to Quantum Information: Korea Advanced Institute of Science and Technology(KAIST)
  • Computational and Graphical Models in Probability: Johns Hopkins University
  • Computational Thinking with JavaScript 2: Model & Analyse: University of Glasgow
  • Introduction to Application Development: LearnQuest

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