Dr. Bin Cai

Professor

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Biography

Bin Cai is a Professor at ETH Zurich, specializing in Integrative Approaches to Structural Biology. His work focuses on the experimental and computational methods to study the architecture and dynamics of biomolecules, providing insights into their functions and interactions. Drawing on a rich background in molecular biology, he employs advanced techniques to elucidate the complex mechanisms that govern biological systems. Committed to education and mentoring, he integrates research findings into his teaching, inspiring the next generation of scientists in the field. Bin has published extensively in high-impact journals, contributing significantly to the advancement of structural biology and related disciplines.

Research Interests

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.