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

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      Johns Hopkins University

      Cancer Biology

      Skills you'll gain: Oncology, Medical Imaging, Radiology, Urology, Clinical Trials, Patient Treatment, Treatment Planning, Preventative Care, Pharmaceuticals, Patient Evaluation, General Medical Tests and Procedures, Pathology, Precision Medicine, Patient Education and Support, Surgery, Epidemiology, Medical Terminology, Biology, Molecular Biology, Pharmacology

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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      University of California San Diego

      Biology Meets Programming: Bioinformatics for Beginners

      Skills you'll gain: Bioinformatics, Computational Thinking, Molecular Biology, Program Development, Python Programming, Biology

      4.2
      Rating, 4.2 out of 5 stars
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      1.6K reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      University of California San Diego

      Drug Commercialization

      Skills you'll gain: Pharmaceuticals, Commercialization, Sales Strategy, Pharmacology, Intellectual Property, Strategic Partnership, New Business Development, Product Lifecycle Management, Market Dynamics, Business Development, Business Strategy, Portfolio Management

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      1.3K reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Technical University of Munich (TUM)

      Biotech — From Science to Business

      Skills you'll gain: Business Modeling, Commercialization, Business Planning, Feasibility Studies, Business Marketing, Entrepreneurship, New Product Development, Market Opportunities, Business Development, New Business Development, Innovation, Business Strategies, Product Development, Pharmaceuticals, Value Propositions, Intellectual Property, Healthcare Industry Knowledge, Regulatory Requirements

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      University of Geneva

      Chemical Biology

      Skills you'll gain: Biochemistry, Molecular Biology, Laboratory Experience, Laboratory Testing, Biology, Chemistry, Scientific Visualization, Medical Imaging, Laboratory Equipment

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      153 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • Status: Free Trial
      Free Trial
      J

      Johns Hopkins University

      Introduction to the Biology of Cancer

      Skills you'll gain: Oncology, Medical Imaging, Radiology, Clinical Trials, Treatment Planning, Pathology, Molecular Biology, Epidemiology, Anatomy, Biology

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      7.7K reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • Status: Free Trial
      Free Trial
      U

      University of California San Diego

      Drug Development

      Skills you'll gain: Clinical Trials, Clinical Research, Pharmaceuticals, Regulatory Affairs, Pharmacology, Health Care Procedure and Regulation, Patient Safety

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      2.4K reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Coursera Project Network

      Google Ads for Beginners

      Skills you'll gain: Keyword Research, Google Ads, Target Audience, Campaign Management, Pay Per Click Advertising, Advertising Campaigns, Search Engine Marketing, Copywriting, Online Advertising, Management Reporting, Digital Advertising, Marketing, Digital Marketing, Return On Investment

      4.4
      Rating, 4.4 out of 5 stars
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      5.7K reviews

      Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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      University of Manchester

      Industrial Biotechnology

      Skills you'll gain: Process Engineering, Chemical and Biomedical Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Biochemistry, Pharmaceuticals, Molecular Biology, Bioinformatics, Manufacturing and Production, Energy and Utilities, Environmental Engineering, Life Sciences, Biology, Manufacturing Processes, Pharmacology, Process Development, Microbiology, Scalability

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

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      Technical University of Denmark (DTU)

      Antimicrobial resistance - theory and methods

      Skills you'll gain: Laboratory Testing, Medical Laboratory, Quality Assurance, Pharmacology, Infectious Diseases, Microbiology, Epidemiology, Bioinformatics, Public Health, Data Quality, Molecular Biology

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      2.5K reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      University of Geneva

      Precision Medicine

      Skills you'll gain: Precision Medicine, Primary Care, Bioinformatics, Patient Treatment, Clinical Research, Health Care, Biostatistics, Health Assessment, Pharmacology, Risk Analysis, Molecular Biology, Health Informatics, Oncology, Chronic Diseases, Data Analysis, Data Management

      4.5
      Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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      392 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Moderna

      mRNAs as Medicines

      Skills you'll gain: Molecular Biology, Precision Medicine, Pharmaceuticals, Biochemistry, Medical Science and Research, Emerging Technologies, Biology, Infectious Diseases, Clinical Trials, Public Health and Disease Prevention, Oncology

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      70 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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

    • Cancer Biology: Johns Hopkins University
    • Biology Meets Programming: Bioinformatics for Beginners: University of California San Diego
    • Drug Commercialization : University of California San Diego
    • Biotech — From Science to Business: Technical University of Munich (TUM)
    • Chemical Biology: University of Geneva
    • Introduction to the Biology of Cancer: Johns Hopkins University
    • Drug Development: University of California San Diego
    • Google Ads for Beginners: Coursera Project Network
    • Industrial Biotechnology: University of Manchester
    • Antimicrobial resistance - theory and methods: Technical University of Denmark (DTU)

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