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      O.P. Jindal Global University

      Introduction to Psychology

      Skills you'll gain: Psychology, Mental Health Diseases and Disorders, Research Methodologies, Research, Human Development, Human Learning, Scientific Methods, Mental Health, Learning Theory, Culture, Behavioral Health, Stress Management, Biology, Experimentation, Neurology, Statistical Analysis, Correlation Analysis

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      Universidade de São Paulo

      Origens da Vida no Contexto Cósmico

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

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      Universidad Nacional Autónoma de México

      Charles Darwin: El origen del evolucionismo moderno

      Skills you'll gain: Life Sciences, Biology, Ancient History, European History, Taxonomy, Scientific Methods, Environmental Science

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      University of Colorado Boulder

      History of Medical Cannabis

      Skills you'll gain: Research, Pharmacology, Pharmaceuticals, Medical Prescription, Health Policy, Research Design, Pharmacotherapy, Legal Research, Medical Science and Research, Patient Safety, Healthcare Industry Knowledge, Clinical Research, Medical History Documentation, Biology, Risk Analysis, Epidemiology, Public Health, Neurology, Ancient History, Law, Regulation, and Compliance

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      National Academy of Sports Medicine

      Anatomy, Physiology, and Kinesiology for Fitness Professions

      Skills you'll gain: Kinesiology, Physical Therapy, Mechanics, Injury Prevention, Neurology, Medical Terminology, Anatomy, Orthopedics, Respiration, Biology, Nutrition and Diet, Rehabilitation

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      Imperial College London

      Science Matters: Let's Talk About COVID-19

      Skills you'll gain: Epidemiology, Public Health, Public Health and Disease Prevention, Infectious Diseases, Emergency Response, Health Policy, Community Health, Health Systems, Economics, Policy, and Social Studies, Social Studies, Microbiology, Molecular Biology

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      Universidad Nacional Autónoma de México

      La química en la producción de alimentos y medicamentos

      Skills you'll gain: Pharmaceuticals, Food and Beverage, Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, Biochemistry, Natural Resource Management, Nutrition and Diet, Laboratory Testing, Environmental Science, Biology, Research

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      Universidad Austral

      Educación ambiental para la biodiversidad

      Skills you'll gain: Pedagogy, Teaching, Education and Training, Environment, Environmental Science, Environmental Issue, Environmental Policy, Community Development, Social Justice, Student Engagement, Natural Resource Management, Cultural Diversity, Biology

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      Johns Hopkins University

      COVID Vaccine Ambassador Training: How to Talk to Parents

      Skills you'll gain: Parent Communication, Patient Education And Counseling, Communication, Active Listening, Rapport Building, Interpersonal Communications, Research, Persuasive Communication, Advocacy, Infectious Diseases, Community Health, Media and Communications, Public Health and Disease Prevention, Safety Assurance, Clinical Trials, Public Health, Child Health, Biology

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      Universidad Nacional Autónoma de México

      Antibióticos ¿cuándo, cómo y para qué?

      Skills you'll gain: Microbiology, Biology, Molecular, Cellular, and Microbiology, Infectious Diseases, Pharmacology, Pharmacotherapy, Public Health and Disease Prevention, Patient Education And Counseling, Public Health

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      University of Cape Town

      Introduction to Small Molecule Drug Discovery & Development

      Skills you'll gain: Clinical Trials, Pharmacology, Pharmaceuticals, Pharmacotherapy, Drug Interaction, Healthcare Ethics, New Product Development, Medical Science and Research, Chemistry, Regulatory Compliance, Biology, Emerging Technologies

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      American Museum of Natural History

      Dinosaurs: Evolution, Extinction, and Paleobiology

      Skills you'll gain: Life Sciences, Biology, Taxonomy, Scientific Methods, Research, Environmental Science, Chemistry

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

    • Introduction to Psychology: O.P. Jindal Global University
    • Origens da Vida no Contexto Cósmico: Universidade de São Paulo
    • Charles Darwin: El origen del evolucionismo moderno: Universidad Nacional Autónoma de México
    • History of Medical Cannabis: University of Colorado Boulder
    • Anatomy, Physiology, and Kinesiology for Fitness Professions: National Academy of Sports Medicine
    • Science Matters: Let's Talk About COVID-19: Imperial College London
    • La química en la producción de alimentos y medicamentos: Universidad Nacional Autónoma de México
    • Educación ambiental para la biodiversidad: Universidad Austral
    • COVID Vaccine Ambassador Training: How to Talk to Parents : Johns Hopkins University
    • Antibióticos ¿cuándo, cómo y para qué?: Universidad Nacional Autónoma de México

    Why Learn Biology?

    Biology is the study of living organisms, from cells and genetics to ecosystems and evolution. It forms the foundation for careers in healthcare, research, biotechnology, and environmental science. Learning biology helps you explore how life works and builds a deeper understanding of the natural world and your place within it.

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