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    Rice University

    Introduction to Biology: Biodiversity

    Skills you'll gain: Biology, Microbiology, Environmental Science, Physiology, Molecular Biology, Cell Biology, Taxonomy

    4.9
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    67 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Technical University of Munich (TUM)

    Space Exploration

    Skills you'll gain: Commercialization, Transportation Operations, Resource Utilization, Sustainable Development, Medical Science and Research, Environment and Resource Management, Sustainable Technologies, Strategic Planning, Medical Equipment and Technology, Strategic Partnership, Physical Science, Market Opportunities, Science and Research, Laboratory Research, Environmental Science, Research, Engineering, Scientific, and Technical Instruments

    4.7
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    19 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    The University of Edinburgh

    Observing Earth From Space

    Skills you'll gain: Environmental Monitoring, Geospatial Information and Technology, Environment, Global Positioning Systems, Geographic Information Systems, Spatial Data Analysis, Climate Change Programs, Image Analysis, Continuous Monitoring, Forecasting, Data Collection

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    University of California, Irvine

    Basics of Extracellular Vesicles

    Skills you'll gain: Specimen Collection, Specimen Processing, Specimen Preparation, Medical Laboratory, Laboratory Testing, Cell Cultures, Biochemical Assays, Cell Biology, Analytical Chemistry, Laboratory Research, Molecular, Cellular, and Microbiology, Molecular Biology, Biomedical Technology, Laboratory Equipment, Biology

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    353 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Technical University of Munich (TUM)

    How to Start a Biotech Venture

    Skills you'll gain: Intellectual Property, Team Building, Biotechnology, Team Management, Financial Management, Entrepreneurship, Commercialization, New Business Development, Law, Regulation, and Compliance, Market Intelligence, Regulatory Requirements, Business Development, Strategic Partnership, Innovation

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Rutgers the State University of New Jersey

    Analyzing the Universe

    Skills you'll gain: Data Analysis Software, Image Analysis, Scientific Visualization, Spatial Analysis, Science and Research, Physics, Physical Science, General Science and Research, Scientific Methods

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    234 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Technical University of Munich (TUM)

    Biotech — From Science to Business

    Skills you'll gain: Biotechnology, Business Modeling, Commercialization, Entrepreneurship, Business Strategy, Feasibility Studies, Business Valuation, Market Opportunities, Innovation, Intellectual Property, Product Development, Team Building, Regulatory Requirements

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    University of Cape Town

    Life on Earth: Diversification and Extinctions

    Skills you'll gain: Environmental Issue, Climate Change Mitigation, Natural Resource Management, Environmental Science, Biology, Climate Change Adaptation, Life Sciences, Anthropology, Ancient History

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    University of Alberta

    Paleontology: Early Vertebrate Evolution

    Skills you'll gain: Biology, Environmental Science, Environment, Life Sciences, Taxonomy

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

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    Universitat Autònoma de Barcelona

    Women in environmental biology

    Skills you'll gain: Environment, Environmental Science, Social Justice, Environmental Issue, Biology, Natural Resource Management, Life Sciences, Sustainable Systems, Sustainable Development, Public Health and Disease Prevention, Social Studies, Diversity Awareness, Climate Change Adaptation, Science and Research

    4.5
    Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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    137 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Peking University

    Advanced Neurobiology II

    Skills you'll gain: Neurology, Anatomy, Physiology, Psychology, Mental Health Diseases and Disorders, Cell Biology, Psychiatry, Behavioral Health, Biology, Molecular Biology, Pathology

    4.4
    Rating, 4.4 out of 5 stars
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    161 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Stanford University

    Antibiotic Stewardship

    Skills you'll gain: Pharmacology, Infection Control, Pharmacotherapy, Medical Prescription, Hospital Medicine, Microbiology, Infectious Diseases, Clinical Practices, Public Health, Long Term Care

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    768 reviews

    Advanced · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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

  • Introduction to Biology: Biodiversity: Rice University
  • Space Exploration: Technical University of Munich (TUM)
  • Observing Earth From Space: The University of Edinburgh
  • Basics of Extracellular Vesicles: University of California, Irvine
  • How to Start a Biotech Venture: Technical University of Munich (TUM)
  • Analyzing the Universe: Rutgers the State University of New Jersey
  • Biotech — From Science to Business: Technical University of Munich (TUM)
  • Life on Earth: Diversification and Extinctions: University of Cape Town
  • Paleontology: Early Vertebrate Evolution: University of Alberta
  • Women in environmental biology: Universitat Autònoma de Barcelona

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