Dr. Ferdinand Von Meyenn

Associate Professor

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Biography

Ferdinand von Meyenn is an Associate Professor in the Department of Health Sciences and Technology at ETH Zurich. His research primarily focuses on epigenetics, nutrition, and metabolic processes. He has contributed significantly to understanding how nutritional factors influence gene expression and epigenetic modifications. His work encompasses both theoretical frameworks and practical applications in health sciences, aiming to bridge the gap between molecular biology and nutrition science. Through a combination of experimental and computational approaches, Professor von Meyenn investigates the complex interdependencies between diet and epigenetic changes, and how these changes affect human health and disease. He has published numerous articles in high-impact journals and is actively involved in teaching and mentoring students in health sciences. Furthermore, he supports interdisciplinary research initiatives that aim to translate scientific findings into clinical practices.

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.