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    Explore drug discovery processes for developing new medications. Learn about target identification, screening, and clinical trials.

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      IBM

      Generative AI for Data Engineers

      Skills you'll gain: Prompt Engineering, ChatGPT, Generative AI, Database Design, Data Pipelines, Query Languages, Extract, Transform, Load, OpenAI, Snowflake Schema, Star Schema, Data Warehousing, Data Ethics, Data Infrastructure, Data Architecture, Data Mining, Large Language Modeling, Data Synthesis, Artificial Intelligence, Program Development, IBM Cloud

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      Intermediate · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

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      University of Minnesota

      Pharmaceutical and Medical Device Innovations

      Skills you'll gain: Competitive Analysis, Intellectual Property, Commercialization, Pharmaceuticals, Product Management, Go To Market Strategy, Regulatory Affairs, Market Analysis, Strategic Marketing, Risk Analysis, Innovation, Product Development, Medical Equipment and Technology, Healthcare Industry Knowledge, Health Policy

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      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Georgia Institute of Technology

      Introduction to User Experience Design

      Skills you'll gain: User Experience Design, Prototyping, User Centered Design, Usability, Requirements Analysis, UI/UX Research, Interaction Design, User Interface (UI) Design, Usability Testing, User Research

      4.6
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      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Yale University

      Understanding Medical Research: Your Facebook Friend is Wrong

      Skills you'll gain: Research Design, Medical Science and Research, Statistics, Data Literacy, Scientific Methods, Clinical Research, Medical Terminology

      4.9
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      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Stanford University

      RNA Biology with Eterna

      Skills you'll gain: Molecular Biology, Bioinformatics, Biochemistry, Chemical and Biomedical Engineering, Biology, Medical Science and Research, Chemistry

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      144 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      IBM

      Key Technologies for Business

      Skills you'll gain: Cloud Computing Architecture, Cloud Services, Cloud Security, Cloud Technologies, Data Literacy, Cloud Infrastructure, Data Mining, Cloud Platforms, Cloud Hosting, Cloud Engineering, Cloud Solutions, Cloud Computing, Generative AI, Big Data, Data Analysis, Data Science, ChatGPT, Natural Language Processing, Market Opportunities, Business

      4.7
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      Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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      Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai

      Systems Biology and Biotechnology

      Skills you'll gain: Matlab, Bioinformatics, Quantitative Research, Unsupervised Learning, Data Synthesis, Mathematical Modeling, Molecular Biology, Pharmacology, Science and Research, Analytical Skills, Scientific Methods, Differential Equations, Computational Logic, Biochemistry, Laboratory Experience, Analysis, Systems Analysis, Applied Mathematics, Network Analysis, Biology

      4.4
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      Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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      University of Arizona

      Astrobiology: Exploring Other Worlds

      Skills you'll gain: Biology, Life Sciences, Chemistry, Physical Science, General Science and Research, Research, Environment, Experimentation, Environmental Science, Physics, Scientific Methods

      4.9
      Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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      515 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Technical University of Denmark (DTU)

      Patenting in Biotechnology

      Skills you'll gain: Intellectual Property, Chemistry, Legal Risk, Regulation and Legal Compliance, Keyword Research, Molecular Biology, Database Management Systems, Technical Writing, Research Reports

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      Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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      240 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Emory University

      The Addicted Brain

      Skills you'll gain: Pharmacology, Mental and Behavioral Health, Human Learning, Neurology, Behavioral Health, Socioeconomics, Vulnerability, Health Policy, Laboratory Research, Public Health

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      University of California San Diego

      Big Data

      Skills you'll gain: Apache Spark, Apache Hadoop, Data Integration, Exploratory Data Analysis, Big Data, Graph Theory, Data Pipelines, Database Design, Data Modeling, Regression Analysis, Data Mining, Data Management, Applied Machine Learning, Data Presentation, Scalability, Data Processing, Statistical Analysis, NoSQL, Database Management Systems, MongoDB

      4.5
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      Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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      IBM

      Data Analysis and Visualization Foundations

      Skills you'll gain: Data Storytelling, Data Visualization, Big Data, Data Visualization Software, Data Analysis, Dashboard, IBM Cognos Analytics, Statistical Analysis, Data Mining, Apache Hadoop, Tree Maps, Excel Formulas, Apache Hive, Data Science, Microsoft Excel, Data Warehousing, Data Quality, Data Cleansing, Scatter Plots, Apache Spark

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      Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    In summary, here are 10 of our most popular drug discovery courses

    • Generative AI for Data Engineers: IBM
    • Pharmaceutical and Medical Device Innovations: University of Minnesota
    • Introduction to User Experience Design : Georgia Institute of Technology
    • Understanding Medical Research: Your Facebook Friend is Wrong: Yale University
    • RNA Biology with Eterna: Stanford University
    • Key Technologies for Business: IBM
    • Systems Biology and Biotechnology: Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai
    • Astrobiology: Exploring Other Worlds: University of Arizona
    • Patenting in Biotechnology: Technical University of Denmark (DTU)
    • The Addicted Brain: Emory University

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