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    Politecnico di Milano

    Being a researcher (in Information Science and Technology)

    Skills you'll gain: Research, Scientific Methods, Data Ethics, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Informed Consent, Innovation, Technical Writing

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    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    199 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    University of Amsterdam

    Teaching in University Science Laboratories (Developing Best Practice)

    Skills you'll gain: Laboratory Experience, Laboratory Techniques, User Feedback, Experimentation, Research

    4.7
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    144 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Howard University

    Capstone: Data Science Problem in Linear Algebra Framework

    Skills you'll gain: Data Wrangling, Regression Analysis, Data Manipulation, Dimensionality Reduction, Data Science, Python Programming, Predictive Modeling, Statistical Modeling, Data Analysis, Linear Algebra

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    Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    McMaster University

    DNA Decoded

    Skills you'll gain: Precision Medicine, Molecular Biology, Bioinformatics, Pharmacology, Medical Science and Research, Biotechnology, Biochemistry, Laboratory Techniques, Healthcare Ethics, Science and Research

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    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Erasmus University Rotterdam

    Studying Cities: Social Science Methods for Urban Research

    Skills you'll gain: Scientific Methods, Surveys, Research, Research Methodologies, Data Collection, Research Design, Data Analysis, Qualitative Research, Social Sciences, Experimentation, Case Studies

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    229 reviews

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Pohang University of Science and Technology(POSTECH)

    Science and Technology in the Silla Cultural Heritage

    Skills you'll gain: Ancient History, Art History, Engineering, Scientific, and Technical Instruments, Materials science, Architecture and Construction, Civil Engineering, Architectural Design, Structural Engineering, Instrumental Music, Hydraulics, Geometry, Manufacturing Processes, Vibrations

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    60 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Johns Hopkins University

    Data Science Decisions in Time: Using Data Effectively

    Skills you'll gain: Reinforcement Learning, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Markov Model, Time Series Analysis and Forecasting, Bayesian Statistics, Data Science, Predictive Analytics, Anomaly Detection, Probability Distribution, Machine Learning Methods, Statistical Analysis, A/B Testing, Sampling (Statistics)

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    LearnQuest

    Introduction to Data Science and scikit-learn in Python

    Skills you'll gain: Feature Engineering, Exploratory Data Analysis, Pandas (Python Package), Scikit Learn (Machine Learning Library), Data Manipulation, NumPy, Data Analysis, Python Programming, Regression Analysis, Predictive Modeling, Machine Learning, Classification And Regression Tree (CART), Data Science, Statistical Hypothesis Testing, Supervised Learning, Statistical Methods, Programming Principles, Data Structures

    3.7
    Rating, 3.7 out of 5 stars
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    52 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    University of California, Irvine

    Leverage Data Science for a More Agile Supply Chain

    Skills you'll gain: Supply Chain Planning, Demand Planning, Customer Demand Planning, Inventory Management System, Inventory Control, Inventory and Warehousing, Supply Chain Management, Supply Chain, Capacity Planning, Production Planning, Materials Management, Process Optimization, Forecasting, Operations Management, Resource Allocation, Service Level, Capacity Management, Performance Measurement, Microsoft Excel, Data-Driven Decision-Making

    4.5
    Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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    Intermediate · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

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    H2O.ai

    Data Science and Machine Learning H2O.ai Platforms

    Skills you'll gain: Generative AI, Data Wrangling, Project Planning, Data Governance, Exploratory Data Analysis, Applied Machine Learning, Large Language Modeling, Data Visualization, MLOps (Machine Learning Operations), Predictive Modeling, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML)

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Johns Hopkins University

    Data Science Decisions in Time: Using Causal Information

    Skills you'll gain: Precision Medicine, Clinical Trials, Data Analysis, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Analytics, Data Science, Strategic Decision-Making, Root Cause Analysis, Random Forest Algorithm, Treatment Planning, Personalized Service, A/B Testing, Machine Learning, Online Advertising

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Novartis

    Drug Hunting: The Science of Making New Medicines

    Skills you'll gain: Pre-Clinical Development, Drug Interaction, Clinical Trials, Pharmacology, Drug Development, Pharmaceuticals, Patient Safety, Clinical Research, Competitive Intelligence, Safety Standards, Laboratory Testing, Biochemical Assays, Medication Administration, Pharmacotherapy, Pharmaceutical Terminology, Safety Assurance, Biotechnology, Biochemistry, Laboratory Research, Chemistry

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    249 reviews

    Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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In summary, here are 10 of our most popular cognitive science courses

  • Being a researcher (in Information Science and Technology): Politecnico di Milano
  • Teaching in University Science Laboratories (Developing Best Practice): University of Amsterdam
  • Capstone: Data Science Problem in Linear Algebra Framework: Howard University
  • DNA Decoded: McMaster University
  • Studying Cities: Social Science Methods for Urban Research: Erasmus University Rotterdam
  • Science and Technology in the Silla Cultural Heritage: Pohang University of Science and Technology(POSTECH)
  • Data Science Decisions in Time: Using Data Effectively: Johns Hopkins University
  • Introduction to Data Science and scikit-learn in Python: LearnQuest
  • Leverage Data Science for a More Agile Supply Chain: University of California, Irvine
  • Data Science and Machine Learning H2O.ai Platforms: H2O.ai

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