Dr. Bas Dutilh

Associate Professor

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Biography

Bas Dutilh is an Associate Professor in Bioinformatics at Utrecht University. His research primarily focuses on the study of microorganisms, viruses, and their interactions in the natural environment. Through the Metagenomics Group (MGX), he investigates the microbial world using data collected from laboratories worldwide. Dutilh is recognized for his contributions to the understanding of operational mechanisms, dynamics, and interactions within viral and microbial communities across diverse biomes. He has been recognized multiple times as a Clarivate Highly-Cited Researcher, reflecting his significant impact in the fields of microbiology and bioinformatics. Dutilh's ongoing work is part of the Microverse Cluster, which aims to deepen insights into microbiome functionality and evolution, particularly the dynamics of phage-host interactions. His leadership in various research initiatives underscores his commitment to advancing knowledge within viral ecology and omics, which will have important implications for understanding microbial ecology and evolutionary biology.

Research Interests

Awards

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Clarivate Highly-Cited Researcher

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Clarivate Highly-Cited Researcher

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Clarivate Highly-Cited Researcher

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Alexander von Humboldt Professur

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Clarivate Highly-Cited Researcher

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Clarivate Highly-Cited Researcher

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Clarivate Highly-Cited Researcher

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ERC Consolidator

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Clarivate Highly-Cited Researcher

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NWO Vidi

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NWO Veni

Requirements for Utrecht University

Master Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3
IELTS
Listening
Required:6
Reading
Required:6
Writing
Required:6
Speaking
Required:6
Overall
Required:6.5
TOEFL
Listening
Required:20
Reading
Required:20
Writing
Required:20
Speaking
Required:20
Total
Required:93
Prerequisites
Bachelor's degree in Psychology or related field Advanced knowledge of research methods and statistics
Application Checklist
  • Transcript of records
  • Motivation letter
  • Two letters of recommendation
  • Curriculum Vitae
  • Proof of English proficiency
Specialization Notes

Department of Psychology