Research Skills Courses

Using Python for Research

12 reviews

Take your introductory knowledge of Python programming to the next level and learn how to use Python 3 for your research.

• edX
• 12 weeks, 2-4 hours a week
• On-Demand
• Free Online Course (Audit)

Partnering with the Public and Patients in Medical Research

5 reviews

Explore patient-researcher partnerships in medical research, learning strategies for inclusivity, trust-building, and mutual benefit to enhance research outcomes and patient empowerment.

• edX
• 5 weeks, 1-2 hours a week
• On-Demand
• Free Online Course (Audit)

How CRISPR Is Revolutionizing Cancer Research

5 reviews

Explore CRISPR's impact on cancer research, from gene inactivation to personalized medicine. Learn about innovative techniques for understanding tumor suppression and drug responses in this Stanford webinar.

• YouTube
• 51 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Online Course

Clinical Trial Lightning Round: HIV Cure Research Studies at Harvard

1 review

Explore cutting-edge HIV cure research through rapid-fire presentations by Harvard faculty, covering diverse topics from mucosal studies to treatment interruption.

• YouTube
• 47 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video

Fundamental Skills in Engineering Design

20 reviews

Explore engineering design fundamentals, from requirement gathering to problem-solving. Gain hands-on experience with real-world scenarios and develop essential skills for successful project execution and societal impact.

• Coursera
• 6 hours 41 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Online Course (Audit)

The National Institute for Health Research;  University of Leeds

What is Health Research?

23 reviews

Explore the world of health research and the role volunteers play in transforming treatments and improving health care.

• FutureLearn
• 3 weeks, 3 hours a week
• On-Demand
• Free Online Course (Audit)

Digital Humanities in Practice: From Research Questions to Results

14 ratings at edX

Combine literary research with data science to find answers in unexpected ways. Learn basic coding tools to help save time and draw insights from thousands of digital documents at once.

• edX
• 10 weeks, 2-3 hours a week
• On-Demand
• Free Online Course (Audit)

Harvard Horizons Symposium 2014 - Innovative PhD Research Presentations

Explore groundbreaking research from Harvard PhD students across diverse fields, featuring innovative ideas and discoveries presented in engaging talks at the 2014 Harvard Horizons Symposium.

• YouTube
• 1 hour 28 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video

Bird Flu Research: Dangerous Information on a Deadly Virus

Experts debate publishing bird flu research that made the virus more contagious, exploring scientific freedom, biosecurity, and public health implications.

• YouTube
• 1 hour 3 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video

The Fruit Fly as a Research Tool for Human Disease

Explore how fruit fly genetics contribute to human disease research, including cancer and neurodegenerative disorders, and their potential for developing new treatments.

• YouTube
• 1 hour 12 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video

HIV Cure Research Overview - Current Strategies and Future Directions

Explore the latest HIV cure research strategies, recent breakthroughs, and future directions with Dr. Raj Gandhi in this comprehensive overview of cutting-edge scientific developments.

• YouTube
• 39 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video

The Latest on Alzheimer's Disease Research

1 review

Explore cutting-edge Alzheimer's research, including early diagnosis methods and promising therapies. Learn to distinguish normal aging from cognitive decline with insights from a Stanford neurology expert.

• YouTube
• 1 hour 22 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video

Approaching the Second Half of Life with Health and Vitality - Research on Longevity and Aging

1 review

Explore groundbreaking genetics research on longevity, including potential methods to slow or reverse aging, and learn about factors influencing lifespan and cognitive function.

• YouTube
• 54 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video

Mass Spectrometry Analysis in Cancer Research - Winter 2023

1 review

Explore cutting-edge mass spectrometry techniques for cancer research, focusing on direct analysis methods and their applications in basic and translational studies.

• YouTube
• 1 hour 6 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video

Designing for Change: Environmental Education Research and Practice

Enhance environmental education practices through design thinking, research integration, and innovative approaches. Develop tailored solutions for applying academic insights to improve program effectiveness and learner outcomes.

• edX
• 6 weeks, 1-2 hours a week
• On-Demand
• Free Online Course (Audit)