Biology Courses and Certifications

Fundamentals of Immunology: Inflammation, Tolerance, Autoimmunity

320 ratings at Coursera

Explore cellular immunity, inflammation, tolerance, autoimmunity, hypersensitivity, and transplant immunity. Learn how the immune system attacks pathogens and regulates itself, with insights into autoimmune diseases and transplant rejection.

• Coursera
• 2 days 54 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Free Online Course (Audit)

Biological Chemistry I

4 ratings

This course examines the chemical and physical properties of the cell, with special emphasis on the structures of proteins and principles of catalysis.

• MIT OpenCourseWare
• 12 hours
• Self-Paced
• Free Video

Genomics for Law

161 ratings at Coursera

Explore genomics' impact on criminal, tort, and privacy law, intellectual property, and ethics. Gain insights into forensic applications and legal implications of genetic evidence.

• Coursera
• 12 hours 13 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Paid Course

Introduction to Genomic Data Science

Join us on the frontier of bioinformatics and learn how to look for hidden messages in DNA without ever needing to put on a lab coat.

• edX
• Self-Paced
• Free Certificate

Simulation Neuroscience

4 ratings

Learn how to digitally reconstruct a single neuron to better study the biological mechanisms of brain function, behaviour and disease.

• edX
• 6 weeks, 5-8 hours/week
• Self-Paced
• Free Certificate

Career Certificate

Immunology: The Immune System and its Failures

400 ratings at Coursera

Comprehensive exploration of human immunology, covering innate and adaptive responses, immune-mediated diseases, and cutting-edge research in clinical immunology over five specialized modules.

• Coursera
• 4 weeks, 10 hours/week
• Self-Paced
• Paid Course
• 5 courses

Algorithms in Computational Biology and Sequence Analysis

Master computational biology algorithms and data structures for analyzing genomic datasets, from sequence alignment to evolutionary tree construction, with hands-on programming using real biological data like SARS-CoV2.

• Swayam
• 12 weeks
• Self-Paced
• Free Online Course

Fundaments of Computational Biology

Explore computational biology fundamentals, from biotechnology basics to advanced modeling techniques. Gain hands-on experience in applying mathematical and computational approaches to analyze biological data.

• Swayam
• 12 weeks
• Self-Paced
• Free Online Course

NPTEL;  Saveetha Dental College

Oral Biology

Explore craniofacial anatomy, oral microbiome, biomaterials, and immunology. Learn about oral tissues, saliva, stem cells, and cutting-edge applications in oral healthcare and bioengineering.

• Swayam
• 8 weeks
• Self-Paced
• Free Online Course

Purdue University;  Modern States

Biology

Comprehensive review of college-level biology covering molecular, cellular, organismal, and population biology, designed to prepare students for the CLEP examination and earn college credit.

• Independent
• 4 weeks, 6 hours a week
• Self-Paced
• Free Online Course

Is a Calorie a Calorie? The Impact of Processed Food on Health and Weight

Explore the impact of different food sources on health and weight with experts discussing the complexities of nutrition, processed foods, and the "calorie is a calorie" debate.

• YouTube
• 1 hour 40 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Free Video

Ambry Genetics

Illumina Sequencing Overview - Library Prep to Data Analysis

5 ratings

Comprehensive overview of Illumina sequencing workflow, covering library preparation, cluster generation, and sequencing by synthesis. Explores different chemistry versions and instrument developments for next-generation sequencing.

• YouTube
• 52 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Free Video

Institute of Human Anatomy

The Anatomy of Pain

3 ratings

Explore the intricate anatomy of pain, from its purpose and perception to its processing in the brain. Learn about pain thresholds, neural pathways, and the body's natural pain management systems.

• YouTube
• 21 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Free Video

Classical papers in molecular genetics

247 ratings at Coursera

Explore classical molecular genetics papers, discussing key experiments and discoveries that shaped our understanding of DNA, genes, and genetic regulation. Gain insights into the scientific process and historical context of foundational concepts.

• Coursera
• 1 day 3 hours 45 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Paid Course

Putting the Personal in Personalized Nutrition

24 ratings at Coursera

Explore tailored nutrition based on individual genetics, epigenetics, and microbiomes. Learn how unique biological factors interact with diet to influence health outcomes and personalized nutritional needs.

• Coursera
• 11 hours 51 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Paid Course