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    Johns Hopkins University

    Psychedelic Science and Medicine

    Skills you'll gain: Clinical Trials, Pharmacology, Clinical Research, Psychiatry, Psychotherapy, Research Design, Research Methodologies, Mental Health Therapies, Pharmacotherapy, Clinical Research Ethics, Healthcare Ethics, Research, Psychiatric Assessments, Psychology, Informed Consent, Mental Health Diseases and Disorders, Neurology, Social Studies, Ancient History

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    University of Minnesota

    Pharmaceutical and Medical Device Innovations

    Skills you'll gain: Competitive Analysis, Medical Devices, Intellectual Property, Commercialization, Pharmaceuticals, Product Management, Go To Market Strategy, Regulatory Affairs, New Product Development, Market Analysis, Market Opportunities, Strategic Marketing, Risk Analysis, Innovation, Regulatory Requirements, Health Policy

    4.5
    Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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    762 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Moderna

    mRNAs as Medicines

    Skills you'll gain: Molecular Biology, Biomedical Technology, Pharmacology, Biotechnology, Biochemistry, Biology, Immunology, Precision Medicine, Pharmaceuticals, Cell Biology, Emerging Technologies, Medical Science and Research, Oncology

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    76 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Technical University of Munich (TUM)

    Biotech — From Science to Business

    Skills you'll gain: Biotechnology, Business Modeling, Commercialization, Entrepreneurship, Business Strategy, Feasibility Studies, Business Valuation, Market Opportunities, Innovation, Intellectual Property, Product Development, Team Building, Regulatory Requirements

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Johns Hopkins University

    Comparative Effectiveness and Real-World Evidence

    Skills you'll gain: Clinical Research, Clinical Trials, Pharmaceuticals, Research Design, Research Methodologies, Science and Research, Data Collection, Patient Safety, Epidemiology, Statistical Methods

    4.4
    Rating, 4.4 out of 5 stars
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    9 reviews

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Johns Hopkins University

    Opioid Epidemic: From Evidence to Impact

    Skills you'll gain: Substance Abuse, Pain Management, Medical Prescription, Patient Education And Counseling, Pharmacology, Pharmacy, Pharmaceuticals, Chronic Diseases, Epidemiology, Medication Therapy Management, Mental and Behavioral Health, Health Policy, Engineering Design Process, Community Health, Public Health, Trend Analysis

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    51 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    National Taiwan University

    Pioneers of Medicine and Medical Breakthroughs in Taiwan

    Skills you'll gain: Nephrology, Dialysis, Critical Care, Infectious Diseases, Epidemiology, Medical Equipment and Technology, Chronic Diseases, Public Health, Health Care, Preventative Care, Surgery, Immunology, Health Policy

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Universidad Nacional Autónoma de México

    Protocolo de investigación médica: diseño y desarrollo

    Skills you'll gain: Statistical Analysis, Statistical Methods, Statistics, Data Analysis, Probability & Statistics, Clinical Research Ethics, Clinical Research, Sampling (Statistics), Scientific Methods, Statistical Hypothesis Testing, Technical Writing, Sample Size Determination, Responsible AI, Artificial Intelligence, Data Collection

    Beginner · Course · 3 - 6 Months

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    University of Copenhagen

    Patient Perspectives on Medications: Qualitative Interviews

    Skills you'll gain: Interviewing Skills, Qualitative Research, Research, Healthcare Ethics, Research Design, Research Methodologies, Patient Communication, Rapport Building, Patient-centered Care, Informed Consent, Non-Verbal Communication

    4.9
    Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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    10 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    University of Michigan

    Introduction to Translational Science

    Skills you'll gain: Health Disparities, Medical Science and Research, Community Health, Research, Clinical Research, Public Health, Health Policy, Clinical Trials, Scientific Methods, Laboratory Research, Cultural Diversity, Mentorship

    4.4
    Rating, 4.4 out of 5 stars
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    13 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    University of Geneva

    Chemical Biology

    Skills you'll gain: Biochemistry, Biochemical Assays, Fluoroscopy, Molecular Biology, Cell Biology, Chemistry, Biotechnology, Laboratory Research, Scientific Visualization, Biology, Specimen Labeling

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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    160 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    University of California San Diego

    Genome Sequencing (Bioinformatics II)

    Skills you'll gain: Bioinformatics, Molecular Biology, Pharmacology, Infectious Diseases, Biotechnology, Computational Thinking, Algorithms, Python Programming

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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    322 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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

  • Psychedelic Science and Medicine: Johns Hopkins University
  • Pharmaceutical and Medical Device Innovations: University of Minnesota
  • mRNAs as Medicines: Moderna
  • Biotech — From Science to Business: Technical University of Munich (TUM)
  • Comparative Effectiveness and Real-World Evidence: Johns Hopkins University
  • Opioid Epidemic: From Evidence to Impact : Johns Hopkins University
  • Pioneers of Medicine and Medical Breakthroughs in Taiwan: National Taiwan University
  • Protocolo de investigación médica: diseño y desarrollo: Universidad Nacional Autónoma de México
  • Patient Perspectives on Medications: Qualitative Interviews: University of Copenhagen
  • Introduction to Translational Science : University of Michigan

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