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

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      Novartis

      Pharmacokinetics

      Skills you'll gain: Drug Interaction, Pharmacology, Clinical Pharmacy, Pharmaceuticals, Medication Administration

      4.9
      Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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      57 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      University of California San Diego

      Algorithms on Graphs

      Skills you'll gain: Graph Theory, Data Structures, Algorithms, Program Development, System Design and Implementation, Network Routing, Network Analysis, Data Mining, Innovation

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      2.3K reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai

      Network Analysis in Systems Biology

      Skills you'll gain: Bioinformatics, Unsupervised Learning, Data Processing, Data Integration, Biology, Matlab, Unix Commands, Linux Commands

      4.5
      Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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      200 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Vanderbilt University

      Case Studies in Personalized Medicine

      Skills you'll gain: Precision Medicine, Health Informatics, Bioinformatics, Pharmacology, Biostatistics, Patient Education And Counseling, Patient Treatment, Electronic Medical Record, Clinical Trials, Healthcare Ethics, Molecular Biology

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      499 reviews

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      University of California, Davis

      Optimizing a Website for Google Search

      Skills you'll gain: Keyword Research, Search Engine Optimization, Web Analytics and SEO, Content Strategy, Competitive Analysis, Client Services, Web Content, Content Creation, Digital Marketing, Key Performance Indicators (KPIs), Google Analytics, Expectation Management, Return On Investment, Marketing, Content Marketing, Mobile Security

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      1.7K reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Stanford University

      Introduction to Clinical Data

      Skills you'll gain: Clinical Data Management, Clinical Research, Unstructured Data, Feature Engineering, Data Mining, Data Ethics, Medical Records, Health Informatics, Data Collection, Health Information Management, Text Mining, Electronic Medical Record, Medical Imaging

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      456 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Novartis

      Clinical Trials: Good Clinical Practice

      Skills you'll gain: Clinical Trials, Clinical Research, Healthcare Ethics, Pharmaceuticals, Record Keeping, Medical Science and Research, Patient Registration, Document Management, Regulatory Compliance, Patient Education And Counseling, Medical Privacy, Patient Safety, Risk Management

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      583 reviews

      Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

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      Technion - Israel Institute of Technology

      Nanotechnology and Nanosensors, Part1

      Skills you'll gain: Engineering, Scientific, and Technical Instruments, Semiconductors, Chemical and Biomedical Engineering, Biochemistry, Engineering, Electronics, Electronics Engineering, Chemistry, Health Technology, Chemical Engineering, Emerging Technologies, Laboratory Research, Laboratory Equipment

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      1.2K reviews

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      The Pennsylvania State University

      Epidemics - the Dynamics of Infectious Diseases

      Skills you'll gain: Infectious Diseases, Infection Control, Epidemiology, Public Health and Disease Prevention, Public Health, Microbiology, Community Health, Pathology, Biology, Emerging Technologies, Mathematical Modeling, Molecular Biology

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      1.7K reviews

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      University of Pennsylvania

      Frontiers in Dentistry

      Skills you'll gain: Dentistry, Dental Procedures, Oral and Dental Care, Oral Health, Precision Medicine, Disabilities, Health Technology, Digital Transformation, Emerging Technologies, Chemical and Biomedical Engineering, Medical Equipment and Technology, Innovation, Computer-Aided Design, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML)

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      46 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      University of California, Irvine

      Introduction to Business

      Skills you'll gain: Search Engine Marketing, Financial Statements, Business Planning, Strategic Planning, Financial Accounting, Online Advertising, Keyword Research, Business Strategy, Digital Marketing, Financial Reporting, Goal Setting, Cash Management, Income Statement, Leadership and Management, Financial Forecasting, Business Management, Search Engine Optimization, Content Marketing, Cash Flows, Storytelling

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      679 reviews

      Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

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      Wesleyan University

      Data Analysis and Interpretation

      Skills you'll gain: Regression Analysis, Statistical Hypothesis Testing, Predictive Modeling, Data Mining, Report Writing, Data Visualization, Unsupervised Learning, Predictive Analytics, Statistical Analysis, Random Forest Algorithm, Decision Tree Learning, Quantitative Research, SAS (Software), Statistical Methods, Data Visualization Software, Statistical Programming, Data Management, Data Analysis, Statistics, Machine Learning

      4.4
      Rating, 4.4 out of 5 stars
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      1.4K reviews

      Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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

    • Pharmacokinetics: Novartis
    • Algorithms on Graphs: University of California San Diego
    • Network Analysis in Systems Biology: Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai
    • Case Studies in Personalized Medicine: Vanderbilt University
    • Optimizing a Website for Google Search: University of California, Davis
    • Introduction to Clinical Data: Stanford University
    • Clinical Trials: Good Clinical Practice: Novartis
    • Nanotechnology and Nanosensors, Part1: Technion - Israel Institute of Technology
    • Epidemics - the Dynamics of Infectious Diseases: The Pennsylvania State University
    • Frontiers in Dentistry: University of Pennsylvania

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