Dr. Alyssa Henderson

Assistant Professor

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Biography

Alyssa Henderson is a doctoral student at ETH Zurich, engaged in research at Eawag, focusing on microbial ecology. Her work explores the interactions and functions of microbial communities in environmental systems, contributing to advancements in sustainable water management and ecosystem health. At ETH Zurich, Alyssa is part of a vibrant academic community that emphasizes interdisciplinary studies and innovative research methodologies. She collaborates with various research groups to deepen the understanding of complex ecological processes and their implications for environmental sustainability.

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.