Dr. Frank Lichtenberg

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Biography

Frank Lichtenberg is a professor at ETH Zurich in the Department of Materials. He specializes in materials theory, specifically in the synthesis and study of oxides, including their physical and structural properties. Lichtenberg's academic background includes a PhD from the University of Zurich, where he conducted research at IBM Zurich Research Laboratory. He has extensive experience as a research scientist in various institutions, including VARTA and the University of Augsburg, where he focused on nickel-metal hydride technology and oxide synthesis. Over the years, he has contributed to many important advancements in the field of superconductors and energy storage materials. Lichtenberg has held consulting positions and has also been active in teaching and setting up laboratories for new materials research. His research interests encompass superconductivity, multi-ferroic materials, and the characterization of novel crystalline structures. Lichtenberg's notable publications include works on Carpy-Galy phases and Sr2RuO4, contributing significantly to the understanding of these complex materials.

Research Interests

Experience

Professor

2011-01-01 — Present

ETH Zurich • Zürich, Switzerland

Conduct research in materials theory and teach courses on superconductors and material synthesis.

Research Scientist

1989-01-01 — 1992-01-01

IBM Zurich Research Laboratory • Zürich, Switzerland

Conducted research on range of advanced materials including metal hydrides.

Consultant

2015-01-01 — Present

Quantum Power Munich GmbH • Munich, Germany

Provided expertise in research and development of energy technologies.

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.