General Science and Research

General Science and Research is a broad field encompassing the systematic study of the structure and behaviour of the physical and natural world through observation and experiment. Coursera's General Science and Research catalogue guides you into understanding the fundamental principles of scientific inquiry. You'll learn about critical research methodologies, data analysis, ethical considerations in research, and various branches of scientific study from physics and chemistry to biology and earth science. You'll develop the skills to critically evaluate scientific literature, design your own experiments, and interpret and communicate your findings effectively. Whether you're a student, a budding scientist or simply curious about the world, this catalogue will empower you with the scientific knowledge and research capabilities to answer your burning questions.
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    Universidade de São Paulo

    Skills you'll gain: Life Sciences, Physical Science, Biology, General Science and Research, Biochemistry, Physics, Experimentation, Chemistry, Environmental Science

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
    2.1K reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Insper

    Skills you'll gain: Data Sharing, Data Management, Information Management, Data Storage, Data Quality, Metadata Management, Data Collection, General Science and Research, Data Literacy, Technical Communication

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
    33 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    The University of Tokyo

    Skills you'll gain: Oral Comprehension, Vocabulary, Grammar, Literacy, Language Learning, Materials science, Engineering, General Science and Research, Chemistry

    4.9
    Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
    25 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Rice University

    Skills you'll gain: Timelines, Ancient History, Scientific Methods, World History, Anthropology, General Science and Research, Environment, Spatial Analysis, Research, Culture, Geospatial Information and Technology, Data Collection, Biology

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    The University of Edinburgh

    Skills you'll gain: Research, Scientific Methods, General Science and Research, Biology, Cultural Diversity

    4.5
    Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
    1.1K reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Universidad Autónoma Metropolitana

    Skills you'll gain: Chemistry, Analytical Chemistry, General Science and Research, Experimentation, Laboratory Techniques

    4
    Rating, 4 out of 5 stars
    32 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    University of North Texas

    Skills you'll gain: Life Sciences, Biology, Cell Biology, Molecular Biology, Biochemistry, Environment, Environmental Science, General Science and Research, Chemistry, Experimentation

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
    96 reviews

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    University of Colorado Boulder

    Skills you'll gain: Physical Science, General Science and Research, Research, Scientific Methods, Environment, Ancient History, Peer Review, Laboratory Testing, Timelines, World History

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
    22 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    The University of Tokyo

    Skills you'll gain: Physics, Physical Science, General Science and Research, Science and Research, Scientific Methods, Mathematical Modeling, Chemistry, Scientific Visualization

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
    3.7K reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Universidad Nacional Autónoma de México

    Skills you'll gain: Physical Science, Physics, Life Sciences, Environment, General Science and Research, Global Positioning Systems, Biology, Systems Of Measurement, Estimation, Geospatial Information and Technology, Scientific Visualization

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    University of Colorado Boulder

    Skills you'll gain: Biochemistry, Chemistry, Biology, General Science and Research, Molecular Biology, Scientific Methods, Water Quality, Nutrition and Diet

    4.5
    Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
    233 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    École Polytechnique

    Skills you'll gain: Experimentation, Physics, Engineering, Scientific, and Technical Instruments, Materials science, Laboratory Equipment, General Science and Research, Physical Science, Research

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
    102 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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