Dr. Aaron Niederberger

Professor

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Biography

Aaron Niederberger is a staff professor at ETH Zurich specializing in multifunctional materials. His research focuses on the development of advanced materials with unique properties that can be utilized in various applications. With a strong background in material science and engineering, he has contributed significantly to the understanding of how material properties can be tailored at the nanoscale to achieve desired functionalities. His work involves interdisciplinary approaches, bringing together concepts from physics, chemistry, and engineering to innovate and improve material performance. He is committed to advancing knowledge in the field through robust research and collaboration with both academic and industrial partners.

Research Interests

Requirements for ETH Zurich

Master Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3.4
IELTS
Overall
Required:7
TOEFL
Total
Required:100
GRE General
Verbal
Required:159
Verbal Percentile
Required:80
Quantitative
Required:168
Quantitative Percentile
Required:81
Analytical Writing
Required:4.5
Writing Percentile
Required:85
Prerequisites
Bachelor's degree in a related field (Engineering, Natural Sciences, or Mathematics) Minimum 180 ECTS credits Subject-specific knowledge equivalent to ETH Bachelor's programs
Application Checklist
  • Bachelor's degree diploma or transcript
  • Official academic transcripts
  • Curriculum Vitae (CV)
  • Letter of Motivation (1 page)
  • Two academic recommendation letters
  • English language proficiency certificate
  • GRE General Test (for non-EU/EFTA applicants)
Specialization Notes

The GRE is mandatory for students who did not obtain their Bachelor's degree in an EU/EFTA state. Some departments (e.g., Computer Science) have specific ECTS credit requirements in core subjects.