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/

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Hacking COVID-19: Metabolic Pathway Analysis Yields SARS-CoV-2 Drug Targets (Coursera) Coursera
University of California, San Diego

Hacking COVID-19: Metabolic Pathway Analysis Yields SARS-CoV-2 Drug Targets (Coursera)

Health & Society CS: Information & Technology

Explore the intersection of bioinformatics and pharmacology with this unique online course. Learn about metabolic pathway analysis and its application in finding potential drug targets for SARS-CoV-2, the virus responsible for the global COVID-19 pandemic. Gain insights into how computational approaches can be used to combat viral infections.

Oct 5th 2026
1 Week
Bioinformatics COVID-19 SARS-CoV-2
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Genomic Data Science and Clustering (Bioinformatics V) (Coursera) 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.

Sep 21st 2026
3 Weeks
Clustering Bioinformatics Data Science
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Genome Assembly Programming Challenge (Coursera) 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.

Sep 21st 2026
3 Weeks
Programming Algorithms Data Structures
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Hacking COVID-19 — Course 2: Decoding SARS-CoV-2's Secrets (Coursera) 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.

Sep 21st 2026
2 Weeks
Bioinformatics Viral Diseases Coronavirus
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Hacking COVID-19 — Course 3: Unraveling COVID-19's Origins (Coursera) 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.

Sep 21st 2026
2 Weeks
Bioinformatics Genomics Coronavirus
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Hacking COVID-19 — Course 5: Tracing SARS-CoV-2's Evolution (Coursera) Coursera
University of California, San Diego

Hacking COVID-19 — Course 5: Tracing SARS-CoV-2's Evolution (Coursera)

Health & Society

Explore the evolutionary path of SARS-CoV-2 with our specialized online course designed for beginners to advanced bioinformaticians. Trace the genetic mutations and understand how computational biology has been used in tracking the COVID-19 outbreak. Gain insights into genomic concepts and apply your skills through practical exercises.

Sep 21st 2026
2 Weeks
Bioinformatics Genomics COVID-19
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Finding Hidden Messages in DNA (Bioinformatics I) (Coursera) 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.

Sep 14th 2026
5-12 Weeks
Biology Algorithms DNA
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Genome Sequencing (Bioinformatics II) (Coursera) Coursera
University of California, San Diego

Genome Sequencing (Bioinformatics II) (Coursera)

Sci: Biology & Life Sciences Health & Society

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.

Sep 14th 2026
5-12 Weeks
DNA Genomes Antibiotics
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