Dr. Gisou Van Der Goot

Professor

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Biography

Gisou van der Goot is a leading researcher and professor in the area of cell membrane biology at the Swiss Federal Institute of Technology Lausanne (EPFL). She is the head of the Laboratory of Cell Membrane Biology and a founding member of the Global Health Institute. With a background in engineering from the Ecole Centrale de Paris and a PhD in molecular biophysics from the Nuclear Energy Research Center, Saclay, France, she has built a strong research profile with a focus on bacterial toxins and the organization of mammalian membranes. Her noteworthy accolades include being an EMBO Young Investigator and a Howard Hughes International Scholar. Over the years, she has served in various academic leadership roles, including as Dean of the School of Life Sciences and Vice President for Responsible Transformation. Her commitment to advancing scientific knowledge is further highlighted by her active involvement on scientific boards, including the European Research Council and the Swiss National Science Foundation. Van der Goot's work has not only contributed significantly to the understanding of cellular processes but also emphasized the need for responsible research practices in the field of health sciences.

Research Interests

Experience

Head

2010-01-01 — Present

Laboratory of Cell Membrane Biology • Lausanne

Leading the laboratory focused on cell membrane biology.

Dean

2014-01-01 — 2020-01-01

School of Life Sciences • Lausanne

Oversaw academic programs and administrative functions of the school.

Associate Professor

2010-01-01 — 2014-01-01

University of Geneva • Geneva

Conducted research and taught within the Faculty of Medicine.

Awards

#2001

EMBO Young Investigator award

2001-01-01
#2005

Howard Hughes International Scholar award

2005-01-01
#2020

Suffrage Science award

2020-01-01

Courses

Practical - Van der Goot Lab BIO-640 Membrane organization

Requirements for Swiss Federal Institute of Technology in Lausanne

Master Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3.33
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:95
Prerequisites
Bachelor's degree in a related field Strong foundation in mathematics and physics Specific discipline-related background (e.g., Computer Science fundamentals for IC programs)
Application Checklist
  • Online application form
  • Curriculum Vitae (CV)
  • Copy of University degree(s)
  • Transcripts from each university attended
  • Statement of Purpose
  • Contact details of three academic referees
  • Copy of identity card or passport
Specialization Notes

Master's programs at EPFL are generally taught in English, though some may include French components. GRE is recommended but not mandatory for most Master's programs.