Dr. Bidong Nguyen

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Biography

Bidong Nguyen is a lecturer at ETH Zurich, specializing in microbiology. His research is focused on understanding microbial communities, their interactions, and their roles in various ecosystems. He is actively involved in teaching and mentoring students in the Department of Biology, contributing to the academic development of future scientists in the field. His work engages with both theoretical and applied aspects of microbiology, emphasizing the significance of microbial life in environmental and industrial contexts.

Research Interests

Microbial Communities Microbial Interactions Ecosystem Microbiology

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.