How do we sequence and compare genomes? How do we identify the genetic basis for disease? How do we construct an evolutionary Tree of Life for all species on Earth?
When you complete this Specialization, you will learn how to answer many questions in modern biology that have become inseparable from the computational approaches used to solve them. You will also obtain a toolkit of existing software resources built on these computational approaches and that are used by thousands of biologists every day in one of the fastest growing fields in science.
Although this Specialization centers on computational topics, you do not need to know how to program in order to complete it. If you are interested in programming, we feature an "Honors Track" (called "hacker track" in previous runs of the course). The Honors Track allows you to implement the bioinformatics algorithms that you will encounter along the way in dozens of automatically graded coding challenges. By completing the Honors Track, you will be a bioinformatics software professional!
Learn more about the Bioinformatics Specialization (including why we are wearing these crazy outfits) by watching our introductory video.
You can purchase the Specialization's print companion, Bioinformatics Algorithms: An Active Learning Approach, from the textbook website.
Our first course, "Finding Hidden Messages in DNA", was named a top-50 MOOC of all time by Class Central!
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Dive deep into the world of Genomic Data Science and Clustering with our comprehensive Bioinformatics V course. Master algorithmic techniques that reveal how genes control cellular processes, trace human evolution, and much more. Perfect for data scientists, biologists, and anyone fascinated by bioinformatics.
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Embark on a fascinating journey into the world of bioinformatics with 'Finding Hidden Messages in DNA (Bioinformatics I)', an online course offered by Coursera. This course introduces you to the intersection of biology and computer science, where we explore how computational techniques can be used to decipher genetic information without stepping foot in a lab. Dive deep into understanding DNA replication and discover the algorithms that help us identify key starting points within bacterial genomes.
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Dive into the fascinating world of Genome Sequencing (Bioinformatics II) on Coursera. This course explores the complex process of assembling genomes from short DNA pieces using graph theory and introduces you to brute force algorithms applied in sequencing mini-proteins called antibiotics. Perfect for biologists, geneticists, and anyone interested in personalized medicine.
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Dive into the fascinating world of bioinformatics with 'Comparing Genes, Proteins, and Genomes (Bioinformatics III)'. This comprehensive online course will guide you through comparing genetic sequences, understanding evolutionary changes, and applying advanced algorithmic tools to analyze DNA and protein data. Perfect for students, researchers, and professionals in biology and genetics.
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Dive into the intricate world of genomics and proteomics with this specialized online course, where you'll learn advanced bioinformatics techniques for identifying mutations in DNA and proteins. This course is perfect for those looking to delve deeper into understanding genetic variations and their implications on health and evolution.
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Dive into the intricate process of molecular evolution with our Bioinformatics IV course, available exclusively on Coursera. This advanced specialization module will teach you how to compare genes, proteins, and genomes, ultimately enabling you to create an insightful 'Tree of Life'.