Dr. Brigitta Herzog

Professor

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Biography

Brigitta Herzog holds a Staff Professorship in Crop Science at ETH Zurich. Her research focuses on the development and improvement of crop varieties and agricultural practices, emphasizing sustainability and efficiency in food production. She is dedicated to advancing the understanding of plant biology to enhance crop resilience and yield while addressing environmental concerns. Through her work, she aims to contribute to global food security and sustainable agricultural systems. Professor Herzog actively collaborates with other researchers and industry partners to integrate innovative techniques and approaches in her field.

Research Interests

Experience

Staff Professor

— Present

ETH Zurich • Lindau, Switzerland

Responsible for leading research initiatives in crop science and plant biology.

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.