Dr. Ankara Marjatshang Chen

Professor

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Biography

Ankara del Carmen Marjatshang-Chen is a staff professor in the field of Ecosystem Management at ETH Zurich. With extensive experience in the study of terrestrial ecosystems, she focuses on the assessment and management of ecosystem services in urban and natural landscapes. Her research specializes in integrating ecological theory with practical applications, aiming to balance biodiversity conservation with sustainable development goals. This includes analyzing the impacts of land-use change, climate variability, and human activity on ecosystem function and service delivery. Ankara is also involved in interdisciplinary collaborations that promote environmental education and policy advocacy. Her work has implications for conservation strategies, land management practices, and urban planning.

Research Interests

Experience

Staff Professor

2015-01-01 — Present

ETH Zurich • Zürich, Switzerland

Conducting research and teaching in the area of ecosystem management, focusing on sustainable land-use practices and the integration of ecological principles into urban systems.

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.