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Scientific Writing Courses

Scientific writing courses can help you learn how to structure research papers, craft compelling abstracts, and present data effectively. You can build skills in critical analysis, precise language use, and adherence to ethical guidelines in research. Many courses introduce tools like reference management software and data visualization platforms, that support organizing citations and enhancing the clarity of your findings.


Popular Scientific Writing Courses and Certifications


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    Microsoft

    Microsoft Azure Machine Learning

    Skills you'll gain: Unsupervised Learning, Microsoft Azure, Applied Machine Learning, Regression Analysis, Predictive Modeling, Machine Learning, No-Code Development, Machine Learning Algorithms, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), Artificial Intelligence, Automation, Supervised Learning

    4.4
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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    University of California, Irvine

    English for Effective Business Communications

    Skills you'll gain: English Language, Marketing, Business, Vocabulary, Telecommuting, Human Resources, Office Management, Leadership and Management, Business Communication, Recruitment, Business Writing, Grammar, Communication

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    120 reviews

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Birla Institute of Technology & Science, Pilani

    Introduction to Bioinformatics

    Skills you'll gain: Bioinformatics, Biotechnology, Data Management, Biostatistics, Informatics, Clinical Data Management, Precision Medicine, Data Analysis, Data Mining, Applied Machine Learning, Unsupervised Learning, Cell Biology, R Programming, Scientific Visualization, Correlation Analysis, Chemical and Biomedical Engineering, Dimensionality Reduction, Computational Thinking, Markov Model, Algorithms

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    University of Colorado Boulder

    Storying the Self for Leadership and Creativity

    Skills you'll gain: Constructive Feedback, Storytelling, Active Listening, Empathy, Social Skills, Relationship Building, Creativity, Oral Expression, Emotional Intelligence, Self-Awareness, Cognitive flexibility, Initiative and Leadership, Leadership, Writing and Editing, Public Speaking, Social Justice, Cultural Diversity, Personal Development, Social Sciences, Communication

    3.7
    Rating, 3.7 out of 5 stars
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    11 reviews

    Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

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    University of California San Diego

    Designing, Running, and Analyzing Experiments

    Skills you'll gain: Statistical Analysis, Experimentation, Usability Testing, A/B Testing, Statistical Hypothesis Testing, Data Analysis, UI/UX Research, R Programming, User Experience, Probability & Statistics, Human Computer Interaction, Statistics, Statistical Modeling, Regression Analysis

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    Rating, 3.6 out of 5 stars
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    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    University of Colorado Boulder

    Biology Everywhere Foundations

    Skills you'll gain: Biochemistry, Chemistry, Biology, General Science and Research, Molecular Biology, Scientific Methods, Water Quality, Nutrition and Diet

    4.5
    Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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    236 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Coursera

    Create Training Videos with Powtoon

    Skills you'll gain: Animations, Editing, Writing and Editing, Content Creation, Video Editing, Video Production, Training and Development

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    Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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    American Museum of Natural History

    Dinosaurs: Evolution, Extinction, and Paleobiology

    Skills you'll gain: Life Sciences, Biology, Taxonomy, Science and Research, Scientific Methods, General Science and Research, Laboratory Research, Research, Research Methodologies, Environmental Science

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    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    65 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Amazon

    Programming with Java

    Skills you'll gain: Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Object Oriented Design, Java, File Management, Data Import/Export, Maintainability, Debugging, Software Development

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Voxy

    Low Intermediate English: Shopping & Customer Service

    Skills you'll gain: Product Knowledge, Language Learning, English Language, Customer Service, Retail Sales, Customer Inquiries, Customer Complaint Resolution, Telephone Skills, Vocabulary, Writing, Verbal Communication Skills, Oral Comprehension, Business Writing, Oral Expression, Grammar, Communication

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    University of Colorado Boulder

    Whole Class with PhET for STEM Education

    Skills you'll gain: Mathematics Education, Instructional Strategies, Teaching, Curriculum Planning, Student Engagement, Simulations, Scientific Visualization, Chemistry, Physics

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    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Coursera

    Automated Report Generation with Generative AI

    Skills you'll gain: Report Writing, Digital Transformation, AI Personalization, Automation, Generative AI, Business Reporting, Business Process Automation, Operational Efficiency, Artificial Intelligence, Data Collection, Data Analysis

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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In summary, here are 10 of our most popular scientific writing courses

  • Microsoft Azure Machine Learning: Microsoft
  • English for Effective Business Communications: University of California, Irvine
  • Introduction to Bioinformatics: Birla Institute of Technology & Science, Pilani
  • Storying the Self for Leadership and Creativity: University of Colorado Boulder
  • Designing, Running, and Analyzing Experiments: University of California San Diego
  • Biology Everywhere Foundations: University of Colorado Boulder
  • Create Training Videos with Powtoon: Coursera
  • Dinosaurs: Evolution, Extinction, and Paleobiology: American Museum of Natural History
  • Programming with Java: Amazon
  • Low Intermediate English: Shopping & Customer Service: Voxy

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