Courses

In this course, we will explore the smaller side of biology: molecular biology. We’ll cover basic topics including cell biology and how cells can go “rogue” and turn into cancer, how energy from the sun is transferred to fuel our bodies, basics of genetics and...

In this course, we will explore how evolution works to generate new species, the wide variety of life on earth. The course will also touch on the importance of biodiversity for the overall health of our planet, and for our well being as humans. Syllabus Learn...

Imagine if there were an organ in your body that weighed as much as your brain, that affected your health, your weight, and even your behavior. Wouldn’t you want to know more about it? There is such an organ — the collection of microbes in and on your body, your human...

Learners who complete Science of Exercise will have an improved physiological understanding of how your body responds to exercise, and will be able to identify behaviors, choices, and environments that impact your health and training. Syllabus Learn More

This course aims to help you navigate this world and the new conditions for learning with knowledge and skill. In this class, we will explore perspectives on disease and society and on systemic racism and inequality with scholars in the natural sciences, social...

In this course, you will learn how to implement different state-of-health estimation methods and to evaluate their relative merits. Syllabus Learn More

Learn About the Health Effects of Cannabis and CBD. As a patient or health care provider, you will learn about the risks and benefits of different types of cannabis and CBD products and will learn how to use cannabis in ways that minimize the risks and maximize any...

This course is designed for scientists, science educators, and science communicators who are interested in re-thinking how we communicate science to diverse audiences, particularly to the general public. Syllabus Learn More