Dr. Erick Carreira

Professor

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Biography

Professor Erick M. Carreira is a Full Professor in the Department of Chemistry and Applied Biosciences at ETH Zurich. His research focuses on organic chemistry, including the design and synthesis of new molecular systems. He is recognized for his contributions to the field of chemical synthesis, particularly in developing innovative methodologies that expand the toolbox of chemical transformations available for constructing complex organic molecules. Carreira has published extensively in respected journals and has been influential in advancing the discipline through both research and education. He is also engaged in various outreach activities that promote chemistry and its applications, fostering the next generation of chemists.

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.