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    Learn microbiology for studying microorganisms. Understand microbial genetics, pathogenesis, and the role of microbes in health and disease.

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      University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign

      Emergence of Life

      Skills you'll gain: Life Sciences, Biology, Physical Science, Molecular, Cellular, and Microbiology, Ancient History, Scientific Methods, Research, Biochemistry, Environmental Science, Microbiology, Chemistry, Taxonomy

      4.2
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      105 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Universitat de Barcelona

      Técnicas Microscópicas de Caracterización

      Skills you'll gain: Laboratory Equipment, Micrometer, Engineering, Scientific, and Technical Instruments, Laboratory Experience, Semiconductors, Physics, Image Analysis, Chemistry, Structural Analysis, Scientific Visualization, Experimentation

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      807 reviews

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Caltech

      Getting started in cryo-EM

      Skills you'll gain: Medical Imaging, Image Analysis, Laboratory Equipment, Physics, Molecular, Cellular, and Microbiology, Electronic Systems, Scientific Visualization

      4.9
      Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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      271 reviews

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      University of Geneva

      Global Health at the Human-Animal-Ecosystem Interface

      Skills you'll gain: Epidemiology, Public Health, Infectious Diseases, Environment and Resource Management, Environment, Community Health, Environmental Monitoring, Health Informatics, Health Policy, Microbiology

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      357 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      University of California San Diego

      Molecular Evolution (Bioinformatics IV)

      Skills you'll gain: Bioinformatics, Life Sciences, Taxonomy, Network Analysis, Graph Theory, Tree Maps, Infectious Diseases, Molecular, Cellular, and Microbiology, Biology, Scientific Methods, Statistical Methods

      4.5
      Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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      79 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Johns Hopkins University

      Toxicology 21: Scientific Applications

      Skills you'll gain: Product Testing, Pharmacology, Laboratory Research, Chemical and Biomedical Engineering, Regulatory Compliance, Laboratory Testing, Biochemistry, Environmental Regulations, Medical Science and Research, Environmental Science, Bioinformatics, Chemistry, Biostatistics, Biology, Molecular Biology

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      87 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      University of Geneva

      Global Health: An Interdisciplinary Overview

      Skills you'll gain: Infectious Diseases, International Relations, Health Systems, Health Disparities, Environment and Resource Management, Environmental Issue, Public Health, Health Policy, Epidemiology, Socioeconomics, Governance, Medical Science and Research, Pharmaceuticals, Chronic Diseases, Mental Health Diseases and Disorders

      4.5
      Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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      491 reviews

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      University of California San Diego

      Genome Assembly Programming Challenge

      Skills you'll gain: Bioinformatics, Graph Theory, Computational Thinking, Algorithms, Combinatorics, Molecular Biology, Programming Principles, Program Development

      4.5
      Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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      346 reviews

      Advanced · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Olay

      Introduction to Cosmetic Science and Ingredients

      Skills you'll gain: Product Quality (QA/QC), Laboratory Experience, Packaging and Labeling, Record Keeping, Product Development, Quality Assurance, Quality Control, Prototyping, New Product Development, Good Manufacturing Practices, Quality Management, Cross-Functional Collaboration, Laboratory Testing, Laboratory Equipment, Product Design, Chemistry, Personal Care, Biology, Microbiology, Safety Assurance

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      443 reviews

      Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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      Indian Institute of Science

      Sensor Technologies for Biomedical Applications

      Skills you'll gain: ISO 13485 Standard, Engineering Documentation, Technical Documentation, Medical Equipment and Technology, Technical Communication, Electronics Engineering, Electronics, Health Technology, Semiconductors, Electronic Systems, Electronic Components, Hardware Design, Electronic Hardware, Regulatory Compliance, Laboratory Testing, Chemical and Biomedical Engineering, Laboratory Experience, Embedded Systems, Precision Medicine, Emerging Technologies

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      7 reviews

      Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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      Imperial College London

      Foundations of Public Health Practice

      Skills you'll gain: Public Health, Health Equity, Health Disparities, Health Policy, Public Health and Disease Prevention, Sanitation, Program Evaluation, Health Assessment, Behavioral Health, Microbiology, Epidemiology, Environment Health And Safety, Community Health, Health Systems, Infectious Diseases, Behavioral Economics, Intelligence Collection and Analysis, Public Policies, Preventative Care, Social and Human Services

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      645 reviews

      Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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      University of Arizona

      Astrobiology: Exploring Other Worlds

      Skills you'll gain: Biology, Environmental Science, Research, Biochemistry, Physical Science, Science and Research, Microbiology, Physics, Data Analysis, Image Analysis, Chemistry

      4.9
      Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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      514 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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

    • Emergence of Life: University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign
    • Técnicas Microscópicas de Caracterización : Universitat de Barcelona
    • Getting started in cryo-EM: Caltech
    • Global Health at the Human-Animal-Ecosystem Interface: University of Geneva
    • Molecular Evolution (Bioinformatics IV): University of California San Diego
    • Toxicology 21: Scientific Applications: Johns Hopkins University
    • Global Health: An Interdisciplinary Overview: University of Geneva
    • Genome Assembly Programming Challenge: University of California San Diego
    • Introduction to Cosmetic Science and Ingredients: Olay
    • Sensor Technologies for Biomedical Applications: Indian Institute of Science

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