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    Explore astrobiology to study the potential for life beyond Earth. Learn about planetary conditions, life detection methods, and space exploration.

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    • U

      University of Toronto

      Data Visualization for Genome Biology

      Skills you'll gain: Data Visualization Software, Statistical Visualization, Interactive Data Visualization, Bioinformatics, Ggplot2, Dimensionality Reduction, Scatter Plots, R Programming, Network Analysis, Heat Maps, Molecular Biology, Design Thinking

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      23 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      University of Alberta

      Astro 101: Black Holes

      Skills you'll gain: Physics, Storytelling, Scientific Methods, Science and Research, General Science and Research, Simulations, Scientific Visualization

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      1.1K reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      U

      University of Michigan

      Introduction to Translational Science

      Skills you'll gain: Health Disparities, Health Equity, Medical Science and Research, Community Health, Research, Clinical Research, Public Health, Diversity Awareness, Clinical Trials, Scientific Methods, Laboratory Research, Mentorship

      4.3
      Rating, 4.3 out of 5 stars
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      12 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • U

      University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign

      Genomics: Decoding the Universal Language of Life

      Skills you'll gain: Life Sciences, Bioinformatics, Molecular Biology, Environment, Precision Medicine, Biology, Health Systems, Medical Science and Research, Environmental Science, Microbiology, Computational Thinking, Data Processing, Experimentation, Research, Scientific Visualization

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      323 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • U

      University of Manchester

      Industrial Biotechnology

      Skills you'll gain: Process Engineering, Molecular Biology, Chemical Engineering, Life Sciences, Biochemistry, Bioinformatics, Biology, Pharmaceuticals, Environmental Engineering, Manufacturing Processes, Process Development, Microbiology

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      3.5K reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • U

      University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign

      3D Data Visualization for Science Communication

      Skills you'll gain: Data Literacy, Data Storytelling, Scientific Visualization, Visualization (Computer Graphics), Data Presentation, Data Visualization Software, Spatial Data Analysis, Computer Graphics, 3D Modeling, Video Production

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • U

      University of Rochester

      Confronting The Big Questions: Highlights of Modern Astronomy

      Skills you'll gain: Physics, Physical Science, Life Sciences, Biology, Environment, General Science and Research, Scientific Methods, Systems Of Measurement, Chemistry

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      496 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • U

      University of Arizona

      Knowing the Universe: History and Philosophy of Astronomy

      Skills you'll gain: Ancient History, Physics, General Science and Research, Mechanics, Physical Science, European History, Science and Research, World History, Scientific Methods, Biology, Mathematical Modeling

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      38 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • U

      University of Geneva

      Chemical Biology

      Skills you'll gain: Biochemistry, Molecular Biology, Bioinformatics, Chemistry, Experimentation, Laboratory Experience, Scientific Visualization, Biology, Laboratory Equipment, Image Analysis

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      149 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      R

      Rice University

      Introduction to Biology: Biodiversity

      Skills you'll gain: Biology, Microbiology, Life Sciences, Environmental Science, Anatomy, Molecular Biology, Taxonomy

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      59 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      University of Colorado Boulder

      Modes of Science Communication

      Skills you'll gain: Oral Expression, Education Software and Technology, Technical Communication, Media and Communications, Writing, Education and Training, Storytelling, Instructional Strategies, Community Outreach, Science and Research, Student Engagement, Content Creation, Photography, Simulations, Photo/Video Production and Technology, Creativity, Music

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai

      Systems Biology and Biotechnology Capstone

      Skills you'll gain: Data Synthesis, Network Analysis, Biology, Data Integration, Statistical Analysis, Biochemistry, Life Sciences, Bioinformatics, Laboratory Experience, Systems Integration, Molecular Biology, Systems Analysis, Research, Simulation and Simulation Software, Mathematical Modeling

      4.5
      Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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      12 reviews

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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

    • Data Visualization for Genome Biology: University of Toronto
    • Astro 101: Black Holes: University of Alberta
    • Introduction to Translational Science : University of Michigan
    • Genomics: Decoding the Universal Language of Life: University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign
    • Industrial Biotechnology: University of Manchester
    • 3D Data Visualization for Science Communication: University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign
    • Confronting The Big Questions: Highlights of Modern Astronomy: University of Rochester
    • Knowing the Universe: History and Philosophy of Astronomy: University of Arizona
    • Chemical Biology: University of Geneva
    • Introduction to Biology: Biodiversity: Rice University

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