Dr. Felipe Aguilar Carvalho

Professor

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Biography

Felipe Aguilar Carvalho is a Professor at ETH Zurich, specializing in RNA biology and disease mechanisms. With a robust background in molecular biology, he focuses on understanding the intricacies of RNA function and its implications in various diseases. His research employs advanced techniques to elucidate the roles of RNA in cellular processes and how its dysregulation can lead to pathologies. He is actively involved in guiding students and fostering research in these critical areas, contributing to the field through publications and collaborative projects.

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.