Dr. Andrea Carminati

Professor

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Biography

Andrea Carminati is a Full Professor at ETH Zurich, specializing in Environmental Systems Science. His research focuses on soil physics and terrestrial ecosystems, examining the interactions between soil moisture, temperature dynamics, and plant water uptake. With extensive experience in ecohydrology, Carminati explores sustainable agricultural practices and the impact of climate change on water resources. His academic career includes numerous publications in top-tier journals and active participation in international conferences. Additionally, he collaborates with various research groups to advance the understanding of hydrological processes in complex environments. Carminati is also engaged in developing educational programs at ETH Zurich, aiming to enhance teaching methodologies in environmental science.

Research Interests

Experience

Full Professor

2018-01-01 — Present

ETH Zurich • Zürich, Switzerland

Leading research in Environmental Systems Science, focusing on soil-water interactions and ecosystem responses.

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.