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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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    University of Colorado Boulder

    Dynamic Programming, Greedy Algorithms

    Skills you'll gain: Algorithms, Data Structures, Theoretical Computer Science, Computer Programming, Computational Thinking, Computer Science, Programming Principles, Python Programming, Advanced Mathematics, Design Strategies, Mathematical Theory & Analysis, Data Analysis, Analysis

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    Advanced · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Imperial College London

    Immunology: The Immune System and its Failures

    Skills you'll gain: Immunology, Infectious Diseases, Hematology, Physiology, Oncology, Microbiology, Molecular, Cellular, and Microbiology, Epidemiology, Internal Medicine, Chronic Diseases, Public Health and Disease Prevention, Geriatrics, Pathology, Pulmonology, Environment, Pharmacotherapy, Biology, Public Health, Molecular Biology, Cell Biology

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    Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    University of Colorado Boulder

    Aprendizaje Activo STEM con Simulaciones Interactivas PhET

    Skills you'll gain: Interactive Learning, Education Software and Technology, Design Strategies, Mathematics Education, Pedagogy, Simulation and Simulation Software, Simulations, User Feedback, Interactive Design, Experimentation, Scientific Visualization, Chemistry, Display Devices, Graphing, Physics, Biology, Algebra, Geometry

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    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    Rice University

    Fundamentals of Immunology: Inflammation, Tolerance, Autoimmunity

    Skills you'll gain: Immunology, Infectious Diseases, Chronic Diseases, Physiology, Hematology, Pathology, Molecular Biology, Diagnostic Tests, Cell Biology, Biochemistry

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    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Universidad Nacional Autónoma de México

    Evolución

    Skills you'll gain: Biology, Life Sciences, Human Learning, Environment, World History, Cell Biology, Scientific Methods, European History, Taxonomy, Specimen Collection, Mathematical Modeling, Probability & Statistics

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    Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

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    Birla Institute of Technology & Science, Pilani

    Mathematics for Engineering

    Skills you'll gain: Engineering Calculations, Data Analysis, Trigonometry, Engineering Analysis, Probability & Statistics, Computational Logic, Statistical Analysis, Linear Algebra, Logical Reasoning, Deductive Reasoning, Calculus, Analytics, Bayesian Statistics, Statistical Modeling, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), Differential Equations, Statistical Inference, Theoretical Computer Science, Programming Principles, Descriptive Analytics

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    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    Caltech

    Getting started in cryo-EM

    Skills you'll gain: Specimen Preparation, Medical Imaging, Image Analysis, Specimen Processing, Cell Biology, Anatomy, Laboratory Techniques, Specimen Collection, Scientific Visualization, 3D Modeling

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    Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    MedCerts

    Human Anatomy and Medical Terminology Fundamentals

    Skills you'll gain: Medical Terminology, Pulmonology, Pathology, Endocrinology, Cardiology, Medical Records, Respiratory Therapy, Neurology, Obstetrics And Gynecology, General Medical Tests and Procedures, Diagnostic Tests, Urology, Gynecology, Anatomy, Human Musculoskeletal System, Health Information Management and Medical Records, Cell Biology, Orthopedics, Physiology, Immunology

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    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign

    VLSI CAD Part II: Layout

    Skills you'll gain: Application Specific Integrated Circuits, Hardware Design, Computer-Aided Design, Electronic Hardware, Systems Design, Electrical and Computer Engineering, Computer Engineering, Semiconductors, Network Routing, Computational Logic, Data Structures, Algorithms, Graph Theory, Linear Algebra, Applied Mathematics, Mathematical Modeling, Calculus

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    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Universidad Nacional Autónoma de México

    Charles Darwin: El origen del evolucionismo moderno

    Skills you'll gain: Life Sciences, Biology, European History, Taxonomy, Specimen Collection, Scientific Methods

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    École Polytechnique Fédérale de Lausanne

    Geographical Information Systems - Part 1

    Skills you'll gain: Geographic Information Systems, GIS Software, Spatial Data Analysis, NoSQL, Data Modeling, Database Design, Databases, Data Storage Technologies, SQL, Data Storage, Data Capture, Query Languages, Relational Databases

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Georgia Institute of Technology

    Introduction to High-Throughput Materials Development

    Skills you'll gain: Materials science, Experimentation, New Product Development, Laboratory Research, Product Development, Sustainable Technologies, Chemical Engineering, Process Development, Chemistry, Prototyping, Mechanical Engineering, Laboratory Techniques

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    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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

  • Dynamic Programming, Greedy Algorithms: University of Colorado Boulder
  • Immunology: The Immune System and its Failures: Imperial College London
  • Aprendizaje Activo STEM con Simulaciones Interactivas PhET: University of Colorado Boulder
  • Fundamentals of Immunology: Inflammation, Tolerance, Autoimmunity: Rice University
  • Evolución: Universidad Nacional Autónoma de México
  • Mathematics for Engineering: Birla Institute of Technology & Science, Pilani
  • Getting started in cryo-EM: Caltech
  • Human Anatomy and Medical Terminology Fundamentals: MedCerts
  • VLSI CAD Part II: Layout: University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign
  • Charles Darwin: El origen del evolucionismo moderno: Universidad Nacional Autónoma de México

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