Dr. Chao Song

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Biography

Chao Song is a faculty member at ETH Zurich, specializing in Biochemical Engineering. His research focuses on the development and optimization of biochemical processes, particularly involving the production of biopharmaceuticals and renewable energy resources. He holds a strong background in chemical engineering and has contributed significantly to the field through numerous publications and collaborations. His expertise extends to areas such as enzyme technology, metabolic engineering, and process systems engineering. Chao has been instrumental in advancing the understanding of complex biochemical systems and their applications in industrial settings. His work emphasizes the integration of theoretical and practical approaches to enhance efficiency and sustainability in biochemical processes.

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.