Dr. Graham Knott

Assistant Professor

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Biography

Graham Knott received a degree in physiology from the University of Southampton, UK, in 1990 and a PhD in neuroscience from the University of Tasmania, Australia, in 1995. He moved to the University of Lausanne in Switzerland in 1999, where he researched the plasticity of neuronal connectivity in the adult brain, developing correlative light and electron microscopy methods for in vivo imaging of neurons. In 2006, Graham joined the École Polytechnique Fédérale de Lausanne, establishing the Bio Electron Microscopy Facility and continuing his research interests in brain plasticity and 3D electron microscopy.

Research Interests

Brain Ultrastructure Neuronal Plasticity 3D Electron Microscopy

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.