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DNA Courses

DNA courses can help you learn genetic sequencing, gene expression analysis, and the principles of heredity. You can build skills in laboratory techniques like PCR, CRISPR, and bioinformatics, which are crucial for analyzing genetic data. Many courses introduce tools such as sequencing software and genetic databases, that support conducting research and interpreting results in genetics and biotechnology.

Popular DNA Courses and Certifications


  • F

    Fred Hutchinson Cancer Center

    Researcher's Guide to Omic Data

    Skills you'll gain: Bioinformatics, Data Analysis Software, Data Processing, Data Analysis, Data Literacy, Molecular Biology, Medical Science and Research, Molecular, Cellular, and Microbiology, Metadata Management, Science and Research, R Programming, Spatial Data Analysis, Data Collection, Scientific Methods, Biochemical Assays, Research, Cell Biology, Informatics, Biology, General Science and Research

    3.7 stars, 40 reviews, Intermediate, Specialization, 3 - 6 Months

    ★ 3.7 (40) · Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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  • J

    Johns Hopkins University

    Introduction to Genomic Technologies

    Skills you'll gain: Bioinformatics, Data Science, Molecular Biology, Science and Research, Data Processing, Data Analysis, Computer Science, Correlation Analysis, Biotechnology, Statistical Analysis, Computational Thinking, Life Sciences, Probability & Statistics, Statistics, Software Engineering, Algorithms, Biology

    4.6 stars, 4.9K reviews, Mixed, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

    ★ 4.6 (4.9K) · Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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  • U

    University of Colorado Boulder

    The Little Stuff: Energy, Cells, and Genetics

    Skills you'll gain: Molecular Biology, Life Sciences, Cell Biology, Biochemistry, Molecular, Cellular, and Microbiology, Biology, Food and Beverage, Biotechnology, Physiology, Oncology, Pathology, Healthcare Ethics, Respiration, Social Sciences, Research, General Science and Research, Ethical Standards And Conduct

    4.7 stars, 127 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

    ★ 4.7 (127) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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  • U

    University of Toronto

    Bioinformatic Methods I

    Skills you'll gain: Informatics, Life Sciences, Data Analysis, Microbiology, Analysis

    4.7 stars, 1.8K reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 3 Months

    ★ 4.7 (1.8K) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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  • U

    University of Toronto

    Plant Bioinformatic Methods

    Skills you'll gain: Bioinformatics, Network Analysis, Laboratory Reports, Molecular Biology, Research Reports, Molecular, Cellular, and Microbiology, Biology, R (Software), Informatics, Correlation Analysis, Data Visualization Software, Biotechnology, Scientific Visualization, Network Model, Data Analysis Software, Data Synthesis, Life Sciences, Data Analysis, Microbiology, Analysis

    4.7 stars, 2.2K reviews, Beginner, Specialization, 3 - 6 Months

    ★ 4.7 (2.2K) · Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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  • U

    University of Geneva

    Chemical Biology

    Skills you'll gain: Biochemistry, Biochemical Assays, Molecular Biology, Cell Biology, Chemistry, Biotechnology, Analytical Testing, Biological Engineering, Laboratory Research, Scientific Visualization, Biology, Specimen Labeling, Drug Development

    4.6 stars, 174 reviews, Intermediate, Course, 1 - 3 Months

    ★ 4.6 (174) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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  • T

    Technical University of Denmark (DTU)

    Whole genome sequencing of bacterial genomes - tools and applications

    Skills you'll gain: Bioinformatics, Molecular Biology, Microbiology, Molecular, Cellular, and Microbiology, Infectious Diseases, Medical Science and Research, Biomedical Technology, Epidemiology, Biotechnology, Diagnostic Tests, Data Analysis Software, Database Development, Taxonomy, Data Pipelines, Scientific Visualization, Data Processing

    4.6 stars, 1.6K reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 3 Months

    ★ 4.6 (1.6K) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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  • C

    Coursera

    User DNA: Crafting Personas & Journey Maps in Miro

    Skills you'll gain: Journey Mapping, User Experience Design, Persona (User Experience), User Experience, Design Research, User Research, UI/UX Research, User Centered Design, User Interface and User Experience (UI/UX) Design, Persona Development, Design Software, Collaborative Software

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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  • T

    The State University of New York

    Big Data, Genes, and Medicine

    Skills you'll gain: Bioinformatics, Big Data, Analytics, Health Informatics, R (Software), Advanced Analytics, Medical Science and Research, Predictive Analytics, R Programming, Predictive Modeling, Statistical Analysis, Data Cleansing, Molecular Biology, Feature Engineering, Data Preprocessing, Model Evaluation, Unsupervised Learning, Classification Algorithms

    4.2 stars, 288 reviews, Advanced, Course, 1 - 3 Months

    ★ 4.2 (288) · Advanced · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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  • U

    University of Cambridge

    Law and Genetics

    Skills you'll gain: Intellectual Property, Law, Regulation, and Compliance, Medical Privacy, Biotechnology, Regulation and Legal Compliance, Life Sciences, Health Care Procedure and Regulation, Healthcare Ethics, Health Disparities, Emerging Technologies

    5 stars, 6 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 3 Months

    ★ 5 (6) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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  • U

    University of California San Diego

    Comparing Genes, Proteins, and Genomes (Bioinformatics III)

    Skills you'll gain: Bioinformatics, Computational Thinking, Memory Management, Graph Theory, Python Programming

    4.6 stars, 142 reviews, Intermediate, Course, 1 - 3 Months

    ★ 4.6 (142) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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  • U

    University of California San Diego

    Biology Meets Programming: Bioinformatics for Beginners

    Skills you'll gain: Bioinformatics, Programming Principles, Molecular, Cellular, and Microbiology, Python Programming, Computational Thinking, Biology, Program Development

    4.2 stars, 1.6K reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

    ★ 4.2 (1.6K) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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In summary, here are 10 of our most popular dna courses

  • Researcher's Guide to Omic Data: Fred Hutchinson Cancer Center
  • Introduction to Genomic Technologies: Johns Hopkins University
  • The Little Stuff: Energy, Cells, and Genetics: University of Colorado Boulder
  • Bioinformatic Methods I: University of Toronto
  • Plant Bioinformatic Methods: University of Toronto
  • Chemical Biology: University of Geneva
  • Whole genome sequencing of bacterial genomes - tools and applications: Technical University of Denmark (DTU)
  • User DNA: Crafting Personas & Journey Maps in Miro: Coursera
  • Big Data, Genes, and Medicine: The State University of New York
  • Law and Genetics: University of Cambridge

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