Dr. Esther Zürcher

Professor

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Biography

Esther Zürcher is a professor at ETH Zurich, specializing in Plant Ecological Genetics. Her work focuses on understanding the genetic mechanisms underlying plant adaptation and evolution in ecological contexts. The research conducted in her lab emphasizes integrating ecological theory with genetic analysis, providing insights into how plants respond to environmental changes. Zürcher's expertise includes plant genetics, ecological genetics, and the effects of climate on plant populations. She leads various research projects exploring the genetic diversity within plant species and how this diversity contributes to resilience in changing environments. Through her teaching and research, she aims to advance the field of plant sciences and foster a new generation of ecologists and geneticists.

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.