Epidemics Courses and Certifications

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Epidemics-Origins, Spread, Control and Communication

Explore the science behind epidemics, from origins to control. Learn from leading experts about disease spread, prevention strategies, and crisis management in global health emergencies.

• edX
• 16 weeks, 2-3 hours a week
• On-Demand
• $556.00
• 4 courses

Reflections from 40 Years Fighting International Epidemics

Gain insights from a seasoned infectious disease expert's 40-year career fighting global epidemics. Learn about past outbreaks, future preparedness, and the importance of medical humanities in public health.

• Coursera
• 14 hours 20 minutes
• On-Demand
• Paid Course

Contagion - Exploring Modern Epidemics: Infectious Disease - Part 1

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Explore modern epidemics with leading experts discussing infectious diseases, genomics, and public health challenges. Gain insights into global health threats and cutting-edge research in epidemiology.

• YouTube
• 1 hour 48 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video

Syphilis: From the "Great Pox" to the Modern Version - Epidemics in Western Society

Explore syphilis' history, origins, symptoms, and societal impact from the 16th century to modern times. Delve into debates surrounding its emergence and spread across Europe.

• YouTube
• 49 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video

The Germ Theory of Disease - Epidemics in Western Society Since 1600

Explore the revolutionary germ theory of disease, its preconditions, key figures like Pasteur and Koch, and its profound impact on medical science and public health.

• YouTube
• 49 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video

Contagion - Exploring Modern Epidemics: Big Data in Epidemiology - Part 3

Experts discuss using big data to understand and predict modern epidemics, exploring innovative approaches in medical intelligence, evolutionary biology, and genetics for improved disease management and public health.

• YouTube
• 1 hour 29 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video

Contagion: Exploring Modern Epidemics - Part 2 of 5

Exploring modern epidemics and innovative solutions like gene drives to combat diseases. Discusses ethical considerations and community involvement in biotechnology applications.

• YouTube
• 44 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video

Epidemics and the End of Humankind

Explore infectious disease modeling with Dr. Rosalind Eggo as she examines past pandemics, explains key concepts, and discusses the potential for future outbreaks using science and humor.

• YouTube
• 15 minutes
• On-Demand
• Conference Talk

Nature, in Code: Biology in JavaScript

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Learn JavaScript programming by implementing key biology concepts in code, including natural selection, genetics and epidemics.

• edX
• 7 weeks, 3-4 hours a week
• On-Demand
• Free Online Course (Audit)

One Health in Practice: Solutions for healthy people in Biosphere reserves

7 ratings at edX

Explore the interconnections between ecosystem health and human well-being, focusing on disease prevention, biodiversity conservation, and sustainable practices in UNESCO Biosphere Reserves.

• edX
• 10 weeks, 2-3 hours a week
• On-Demand
• Free Online Course (Audit)

Urban Health in Crisis: Response from Sub-Saharan Africa

Learn about the complex health challenges urban environments face, and how these issues are being addressed. Join world-renowned lecturers and researchers to delve into an understanding of urban populations, infectious disease responses and local governa…

• edX
• 12 weeks, 1-2 hours a week
• On-Demand
• Free Online Course (Audit)

TED

How Diseases and Epidemics Move Through a Breath of Air

Explore the mechanics of airborne disease transmission and learn how advanced fluid dynamics can revolutionize our approach to preventing epidemics and infectious outbreaks.

• YouTube
• 16 minutes
• On-Demand
• Conference Talk

TED

Preventing Animal-to-Human Disease Epidemics

Explore how animal pathogens create disease epidemics and strategies to prevent their impact on human populations with infectious disease expert Peter Daszak.

• YouTube
• 29 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video

TED

How Social Networks Predict Epidemics

Discover how mapping social networks can revolutionize early detection of epidemics, from innovative ideas to viruses, and improve our lives through groundbreaking research findings.

• YouTube
• 18 minutes
• On-Demand
• Conference Talk

Emerging Diseases, Deadly Lessons - Preventing Future Epidemics

Insights from recent epidemics on preventing future outbreaks, exploring ecological, social, political, and economic factors in disease spread and their implications for global health security.

• YouTube
• 1 hour 6 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video