The Bioinformatics Organization's latest course offerings are outlined below. They are being offered from November 26 through December 21. And two new courses are being introduced: "Python for Biologists" and "Image Processing." Both of these are level 1, fundamental courses.

Perl for Biologists, Level 1; Nov 26-30
(http://wiki.bioinformatics.org/CS101A_Perl_for_Biologists,_Level_1)
R for Biologists, Level 1; Nov 26-30
(http://wiki.bioinformatics.org/CS101B_R_for_Biologists,_Level_1)

Perl for Biologists, Level 2; Dec 3-7
(http://wiki.bioinformatics.org/CS102A_Perl_for_Biologists,_Level_2)
R for Biologists, Level 2; Dec 3-7
http://wiki.bioinformatics.org/CS102B_R_for_Biologists,_Level_2)

Python for Biologists, Level 1; Dec 10-14
(http://wiki.bioinformatics.org/CS101E_Python_for_Biologists,_Level_1)
Image Processing, Level 1; Dec 10-14
(http://wiki.bioinformatics.org/CS121A_Image_Processing,_Level_1)

Gene Expression Analysis; Dec 17-21
(http://wiki.bioinformatics.org/BI201A_Gene_Expression_Analysis)

These online courses offer several advantages to scientists over books and self-paced learning:

- In-depth courses with innovative, easy-to-understand materials (slides, scripts and datasets)

- Live instruction is done online via streaming multimedia with shorter, distributed sessions and plenty of time for assignments.

- Opportunities to ask questions and seek clarification

- Recorded videos of lectures and materials, which are available indefinitely for attendees

- Discussion forums for students and instructors to share expertise and information

Discounts are available for those in academe, or if you take multiple courses with us.

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