Dr. Andrea Ryffel

Professor

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Biography

Andrea Ryffel is a Professor of Plant Ecological Genetics at ETH Zurich. She specializes in the intersection of plant genetics and ecological research, focusing on how genetic factors influence plant interactions with their environment. Her work is primarily aimed at understanding the genetic variations in plants and their roles in ecosystems, contributing to better conservation practices and biodiversity management. With a strong background in geography, she has incorporated Geographic Information Systems (GIS) in her research, enhancing the spatial analysis of ecological data. Ryffel's career includes various roles in research and project management, where she has applied her expertise to practical conservation efforts. Her academic contributions are supported by a Master's degree in Geography from the University of Zurich and several years of experience in educational and research roles within ETH Zurich and other organizations. She continues to mentor students and drive research initiatives in her field.

Research Interests

Experience

Project Assistant / Manager

2022-01-01 — Present

ETH Zurich, Institute of Integrative Biology • Zürich, Switzerland

Managing projects within the group of Plant Ecological Genetics, contributing to research in plant ecology.

Project Manager

2020-01-01 — Present

GIS Stiftung Wildnispark Zürich • Zürich, Switzerland

Overseeing projects related to nature conservation and monitoring, utilizing GIS applications.

Project Engineer

2017-01-01 — 2020-01-01

ewp AG • Effretikon, Switzerland

Involved in GIS development and modeling for various environmental projects.

Research Assistant

2009-01-01 — 2016-01-01

ETH Zurich, Institute Spatial Landscape Development • Zürich, Switzerland

Assisting in research focused on landscape and urban systems planning.

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.