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    Explore astrobiology to study the potential for life beyond Earth. Learn about planetary conditions, life detection methods, and space exploration.

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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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      126 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      University of Colorado Boulder

      Spacecraft Formation Relative Orbits

      Skills you'll gain: Control Systems, Vibrations, Systems Engineering, Mechanics, Numerical Analysis, Differential Equations, Mathematical Modeling, Simulation and Simulation Software, Engineering Analysis, Simulations, Advanced Mathematics, Linear Algebra, Engineering Design Process, Engineering Calculations, Applied Mathematics, Physics, Calculus

      5
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      7 reviews

      Advanced · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

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      University of Colorado Boulder

      Advanced Spacecraft Dynamics and Control

      Skills you'll gain: Vibrations, Control Systems, Mechanics, Torque (Physics), Engineering Analysis, Finite Element Methods, Mechanical Engineering, Simulations, Angular, Engineering Calculations, Differential Equations, Mathematical Modeling, Applied Mathematics, Simulation and Simulation Software, Linear Algebra, Calculus

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      14 reviews

      Advanced · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

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      University of Manchester

      Industrial Biotechnology

      Skills you'll gain: Process Engineering, Molecular Biology, Chemical Engineering, Life Sciences, Biochemistry, Bioinformatics, Biology, Pharmaceuticals, Environmental Engineering, Manufacturing Processes, Process Development, Microbiology

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      3.5K reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      University of Amsterdam

      Big History - From the Big Bang until Today

      Skills you'll gain: World History, Ancient History, Cultural Diversity, Physical Science, Anthropology, Timelines, Social Sciences, Economics, Policy, and Social Studies, Environment, Environmental Science, Biology, Physics

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      249 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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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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      American Museum of Natural History

      The Science of Stem Cells

      Skills you'll gain: Medical Science and Research, Healthcare Ethics, Clinical Research, Life Sciences, Biology, Precision Medicine, Molecular Biology, Emerging Technologies, Laboratory Research, Ethical Standards And Conduct

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      3.2K reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Universidad Nacional Autónoma de México

      Astronomía básica

      Skills you'll gain: Physical Science, Physics, Environment, General Science and Research, Biology, Systems Of Measurement, Geographic Information Systems, Estimation, Chemistry, Scientific Visualization

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      University of Leeds

      Aeroecology: Exploring Biodiversity with Radar

      Skills you'll gain: Environmental Monitoring, Environmental Regulations, Environment, Taxonomy, Environmental Science, Spatial Data Analysis, Estimation, Research, Scientific Visualization, Data Literacy, Exploratory Data Analysis, Data Collection, Biology, Physics

      4.9
      Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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      7 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      University of Colorado Boulder

      Gut Check: Exploring Your Microbiome

      Skills you'll gain: Microbiology, Bioinformatics, Molecular, Cellular, and Microbiology, Life Sciences, Health Informatics, Big Data, Biostatistics, Data Analysis, Medical Science and Research, Nutrition and Diet, Biology, Nutrition Education, Data Collection

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      1.2K reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      University of Toronto

      Data Visualization for Genome Biology

      Skills you'll gain: Data Visualization Software, Statistical Visualization, Interactive Data Visualization, Bioinformatics, Ggplot2, Dimensionality Reduction, Scatter Plots, R Programming, Network Analysis, Heat Maps, Molecular Biology, Design Thinking

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      24 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      University of Arizona

      Knowing the Universe: History and Philosophy of Astronomy

      Skills you'll gain: Ancient History, Physics, General Science and Research, Mechanics, Physical Science, European History, Science and Research, World History, Scientific Methods, Biology, Mathematical Modeling

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      38 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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

    • RNA Biology with Eterna: Stanford University
    • Spacecraft Formation Relative Orbits: University of Colorado Boulder
    • Advanced Spacecraft Dynamics and Control: University of Colorado Boulder
    • Industrial Biotechnology: University of Manchester
    • Big History - From the Big Bang until Today: University of Amsterdam
    • Chemical Biology: University of Geneva
    • The Science of Stem Cells: American Museum of Natural History
    • Astronomía básica: Universidad Nacional Autónoma de México
    • Aeroecology: Exploring Biodiversity with Radar: University of Leeds
    • Gut Check: Exploring Your Microbiome: University of Colorado Boulder

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