Pavel Pevzner

Pavel Pevzner is Professor of Computer Science and Engineering at University of California San Diego (UCSD), where he holds the Ronald R. Taylor Chair and has taught a Bioinformatics Algorithms course for the last 12 years. His research concerns the creation of bioinformatics algorithms for analyzing genome rearrangements, DNA sequencing, and computational proteomics.
More info: http://cseweb.ucsd.edu/~ppevzner/

Coursera

University of California, San Diego

Finding Hidden Messages in DNA (Bioinformatics I) (Coursera)

Sci: Biology & Life Sciences Health & Society

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.

Jun 8th 2026

5-12 Weeks

Biology Algorithms DNA

Coursera

University of California, San Diego,Higher School of Economics - HSE University

Algorithmic Toolbox (Coursera)

CS: Software Engineering CS: Theory

Discover the power of algorithms with 'Algorithmic Toolbox', a comprehensive Coursera course that teaches you how to tackle everyday computational challenges. Learn sorting and searching, divide-and-conquer strategies, greedy algorithms, dynamic programming, and more through engaging video lectures and hands-on practice.

Jun 8th 2026

5-12 Weeks

Algorithms Debugging Data Structures

Coursera

University of California, San Diego,Higher School of Economics - HSE University

Algorithms on Strings (Coursera)

CS: Software Engineering CS: Theory

Explore the fascinating world of string algorithms in this online course. Delve into the techniques that drive search engine efficiency and revolutionize personalized medicine. From understanding text queries to identifying disease-causing mutations in human genomes, this course offers a deep dive into the computational methods that make sense of textual information.

Jun 8th 2026

4 Weeks

Algorithms Data Structures Strings

Coursera

University of California, San Diego

Biology Meets Programming: Bioinformatics for Beginners (Coursera)

CS: Software Engineering CS: Theory

Dive into the fascinating world where biology meets programming with 'Biology Meets Programming: Bioinformatics for Beginners.' This course is designed to introduce you to the basics of bioinformatics, teaching you how to apply programming (specifically Python) to solve complex biological problems. Whether you're a student, researcher, or simply curious about the intersection of science and coding, this course will equip you with essential skills in algorithm implementation and problem-solving within a biological context.

Jun 8th 2026

4 Weeks

Health Biology Programming

Coursera

University of California, San Diego

Genomic Data Science and Clustering (Bioinformatics V) (Coursera)

Sci: Biology & Life Sciences Health & Society

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.

Jun 1st 2026

3 Weeks

Clustering Bioinformatics Data Science

Coursera

University of California, San Diego,Higher School of Economics - HSE University

Genome Assembly Programming Challenge (Coursera)

CS: Software Engineering CS: Theory

Dive into the world of genomics and computational biology with our Genome Assembly Programming Challenge course. This unique online learning experience will equip you with the skills needed to assemble and analyze genomes, focusing on a deadly E.coli outbreak case study that revolutionized public health response. Perfect for bioinformatics enthusiasts and professionals.

Jun 1st 2026

3 Weeks

Programming Algorithms Data Structures

Coursera

University of California, San Diego

Hacking COVID-19 — Course 1: Identifying a Deadly Pathogen (Coursera)

Health & Society

Join this unique online course to explore the critical role of computational biology in identifying the SARS-CoV-2 virus, which caused the global COVID-19 pandemic. Learn from experts as you assemble the genome and understand how bioinformatics played a key part in our fight against the disease.

Jun 1st 2026

2 Weeks

Health Bioinformatics Genomics

Coursera

University of California, San Diego

Hacking COVID-19 — Course 2: Decoding SARS-CoV-2's Secrets (Coursera)

Health & Society

Dive into the world of bioinformatics and help decode the mysteries behind the COVID-19 pandemic. This course will guide you through annotating the SARS-CoV-2 genome, enabling you to design a diagnostic test for COVID-19. Whether you're new to computational biology or an experienced professional, this course offers valuable insights.

Jun 1st 2026

2 Weeks

Bioinformatics Viral Diseases Coronavirus

Coursera

University of California, San Diego

Hacking COVID-19 — Course 3: Unraveling COVID-19's Origins (Coursera)

Health & Society

Dive deep into the origins of SARS-CoV-2 with 'Hacking COVID-19: Unraveling COVID-19's Origins'. This course, part of a broader series on the COVID-19 pandemic, offers insights into bioinformatics and its critical role in understanding this global health crisis. Whether you're new to computational biology or an experienced professional looking to apply your skills to COVID-19 research, this course is designed for you.

Jun 1st 2026

2 Weeks

Bioinformatics Genomics Coronavirus

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