Dr. Fides Zenk

Professor

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Biography

Fides Zenk is a researcher at the École Polytechnique Fédérale de Lausanne (EPFL) focusing on the intersection of neuroscience and engineering. Her work involves bridging computational expertise with neuroscience fundamentals to foster interdisciplinary communication and collaboration. Zenk teaches courses including a foundational course in neuroscience aimed at engineering students and provides practical lab experiences in the study of single-cell biology and epigenetics. Through her lab, she prepares students to engage with cutting-edge techniques in single nuclei suspension and organoid generation, equipping them with skills to analyze complex biological data, particularly in the context of chromatin analysis and RNA sequencing.

Research Interests

Courses

Neuroscience Foundations for Engineers Single Cell Biology Practical Lab in Biology

Requirements for École Polytechnique Fédérale de Lausanne

Master Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3.2
IELTS
Listening
Required:6.5
Reading
Required:6.5
Writing
Required:6.5
Speaking
Required:6.5
Overall
Required:7
TOEFL
Listening
Required:20
Reading
Required:20
Writing
Required:20
Speaking
Required:20
Total
Required:100
Prerequisites
Bachelor's degree in a related field Strong foundation in Calculus, Linear Algebra, and Probability Proficiency in programming (Python, Java, or C++)
Application Checklist
  • Curriculum Vitae
  • Copy of University Degree(s)
  • Official Transcripts
  • Statement of Purpose
  • Copy of Passport or Identity Card
  • Three Letters of Recommendation
  • Proof of English Proficiency
Specialization Notes

Standard requirements for Engineering and Basic Science Master's programs. Architecture requires an additional portfolio.