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The Science and Business of Biotechnology
by Andrew W. Lo , Harvey F. Lodish , Zied Ben Chaouch- 0.0
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16 Weeks
Explore the latest scientific innovations in biotechnology, and novel business and financing models for commercializing them. Translating these discoveries into drugs and diagnostics increasingly requires the establishment of for-profit companies, but funding for early-stage development of novel therapies is becoming scarcer, especially for therapeutics for “rare” diseases that affect small populations....
$49
Natural Disasters
by John Gyakum , John Stix- 0.0
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11 Weeks
As we gain scientific understanding into the causes and nature of such phenomena, we become better able to mitigate the effects of disasters. Discuss the global impact of natural disasters and how they are linked Explore the scientific principles behind the occurrence of natural disasters...
$49
Relativity and Astrophysics
by David F. Chernoff- 0.0
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4 Weeks
In this course, you will gain an understanding of these discoveries through a focus on relativity—Einstein's fascinating and non-intuitive description of the physical world. A list of supplemental resources, including textbooks, will be provided. Describe astrophysical situations where the consequences of relativity qualitatively impact predictions and/or observations. Describe astrophysical situations where the consequences of relativity qualitatively impact predictions and/or observations....
Protecting Business Innovations via Copyright
by Theodore Henry King CLARK- 4.8
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Approx. 13 hours to complete
Intellectual property rights (IPR) has a great impact on innovation development and society. This course is one part of a four course series focusing on protection of business innovations using copyright, patent, trademark and strategy, and these four courses may be taken in any order that is most beneficial to students interested in learning about protecting innovation....
Engineering Health: Introduction to Yoga and Physiology
by Alexandra Seidenstein , Eddie Stern , Tommy Lee- 4.8
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Approx. 54 hours to complete
The value of taking this course is to understand the impact that yoga can have on reducing stress, and aiding in healing or preventing physiological pathologies. Reading material will include analysis of scientific studies that have successfully utilized yoga practice as a tool for treatment of various illnesses such as: hypertension, stress, diabetes, insomnia, chronic pain and PTSD....
Politics and Economics of International Energy
by Giacomo Luciani- 4.7
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Approx. 30 hours to complete
The course aims at providing students whose main interest is in international relations a background on energy resources, technology and economic realities to allow them to correctly interpret the political impact of current developments. His research focuses on the political economy of the Middle East and North Africa and on global energy issues....
Viruses & How to Beat Them: Cells, Immunity, Vaccines
by Jonathan Gershoni- 0.0
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7 Weeks
Learn how our immune system fights viral disease and make better vaccination decisions with a clearer understanding of Cells, Viruses, and Immunity. Throughout the course, you will meet leading experts and scientists - some of whom have received the Nobel Prize in recognition of their discoveries and contributions to Chemistry and Medicine....
$149
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Decision Making in Environmental Management - Case studies & practical application
by William “Bill” Dennison , Vanessa Vargas-Nguyen , Richard Arnold- 0.0
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5 Weeks
Case studies are the best means to analyze real world problems and assess viability of proposed solutions. How to assess the scientific issues and management approaches of ecosystems varying in size, population, maturity and complexity. How to determine the most effective use of science to impact management approaches across a range of environmental challenges....
$149
Innovative Environmental Management Models: Case Studies and Applications
by William “Bill” Dennison , Vanessa Vargas-Nguyen , Richard Arnold- 0.0
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Case studies are the best means to analyze real world problems and assess viability of proposed solutions. How to assess the scientific issues and management approaches of ecosystems varying in size, population, maturity and complexity. How to determine the most effective use of science to impact management approaches across a range of environmental challenges....
$149
The Science and Politics of the GMO
by Sarah Evanega , Ronald Herring , David Just , Jaron Porciello- 0.0
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5 Weeks
Our goal is that this MOOC will impact people's understanding of science, what it can and can't do, and how information is transmitted. The intent is not to influence how people feel about GMOs, but to give them the critical thinking and scientific literacy tools necessary to make informed decisions — and to understand the broader impacts of those decisions....
$49
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