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    Bioinformatics courses can help you learn how to analyze biological data using computational tools to support research in genomics, medicine, and biotechnology.

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      University of California, Davis

      Healthcare Data Literacy

      Skills you'll gain: Data Integration, Health Informatics, Data Dictionary, Health Systems, Metadata Management, Data Compilation, Health Care, Data Mapping, Healthcare Industry Knowledge, Health Information Management, Taxonomy, Care Coordination, Data Literacy, Clinical Data Management, ICD Coding (ICD-9/ICD-10), Medical Records, Data Quality, Medical Terminology, Big Data, Interoperability

      4.4
      Rating, 4.4 out of 5 stars
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      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      University of California San Diego

      Algorithmic Toolbox

      Skills you'll gain: Algorithms, Program Development, Debugging, Development Testing, Test Engineering, Software Testing, Computational Thinking, Test Case, Computer Programming, Programming Principles, Data Structures, Theoretical Computer Science, Bioinformatics, Design Strategies

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      University of California San Diego

      Hacking COVID-19 — Course 1: Identifying a Deadly Pathogen

      Skills you'll gain: Bioinformatics, Infectious Diseases, Molecular Biology, Computational Thinking, Microbiology

      4.4
      Rating, 4.4 out of 5 stars
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      54 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Johns Hopkins University

      The Social and Technical Context of Health Informatics

      Skills you'll gain: Health Informatics, Health Technology, Health Policy, Health Care, Healthcare Industry Knowledge, Health Information Management, Information Technology, Health Care Procedure and Regulation, System Requirements, Interoperability, Electronic Medical Record, Data Literacy, Technology Strategies, Medical Imaging, Emerging Technologies, Information Privacy

      4.3
      Rating, 4.3 out of 5 stars
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      535 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      University of California San Diego

      Hacking COVID-19: Metabolic Pathway Analysis Yields SARS-CoV-2 Drug Targets

      Skills you'll gain: Bioinformatics, Network Analysis, Medical Science and Research, Molecular Biology, Data Mining, Biochemistry, Scientific Visualization, Data Analysis Software, Pharmacology, Microbiology

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      University of California San Diego

      Hacking COVID-19 — Course 2: Decoding SARS-CoV-2's Secrets

      Skills you'll gain: Bioinformatics, Laboratory Testing, Molecular Biology, Infectious Diseases, Medical Science and Research

      4.4
      Rating, 4.4 out of 5 stars
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      8 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      University of Geneva

      Chemical Biology

      Skills you'll gain: Biochemistry, Molecular Biology, Bioinformatics, Chemistry, Experimentation, Laboratory Experience, Scientific Visualization, Biology, Laboratory Equipment, Image Analysis

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      149 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Peking University

      Nursing Informatics(护理信息学)

      Skills you'll gain: Nursing, Nursing Care, Health Informatics, Nursing Practices, Health Care, Telehealth, Computer Displays, Decision Support Systems, Information Technology, Electronic Medical Record, Patient Safety

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      11 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Rice University

      Algorithmic Thinking (Part 2)

      Skills you'll gain: Computational Thinking, Algorithms, Bioinformatics, Data Structures, Big Data, Python Programming, Data Analysis, Machine Learning Algorithms, Unsupervised Learning, Analysis

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      216 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      University of Colorado System

      Identifying Patient Populations

      Skills you'll gain: Data Manipulation, Bioinformatics, Data Processing, Data Science, Health Informatics, Clinical Data Management, Clinical Research, Big Data, Analytics, Machine Learning Algorithms, Statistical Methods, Medical Records

      4.5
      Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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      40 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      University of California San Diego

      Mathematical Thinking in Computer Science

      Skills you'll gain: Logical Reasoning, Computational Logic, Deductive Reasoning, Computational Thinking, Theoretical Computer Science, Algorithms, Python Programming, Computer Programming, Computer Science, Program Development

      4.4
      Rating, 4.4 out of 5 stars
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      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      University of Minnesota

      Interprofessional Healthcare Informatics

      Skills you'll gain: Health Informatics, Health Technology, Telehealth, Interoperability, Electronic Medical Record, Health Care, Health Information Management, Community Health, Health Systems, Public Health, Data Ethics, Nursing, Information Privacy, Medical Terminology

      4.4
      Rating, 4.4 out of 5 stars
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      313 reviews

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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

    • Healthcare Data Literacy: University of California, Davis
    • Algorithmic Toolbox: University of California San Diego
    • Hacking COVID-19 — Course 1: Identifying a Deadly Pathogen: University of California San Diego
    • The Social and Technical Context of Health Informatics: Johns Hopkins University
    • Hacking COVID-19: Metabolic Pathway Analysis Yields SARS-CoV-2 Drug Targets: University of California San Diego
    • Hacking COVID-19 — Course 2: Decoding SARS-CoV-2's Secrets: University of California San Diego
    • Chemical Biology: University of Geneva
    • Nursing Informatics(护理信息学): Peking University
    • Algorithmic Thinking (Part 2): Rice University
    • Identifying Patient Populations: University of Colorado System

    Why Learn Bioinformatics?

    Bioinformatics combines biology, computer science, and data analysis to interpret complex biological data—like genetic sequences and molecular structures. It's essential in fields such as genomics, drug discovery, and personalized medicine. Learning bioinformatics equips you to work at the intersection of science and technology, contributing to breakthroughs in health and life sciences.

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