Dr. Gregor Rot

Professor

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Biography

Gregor Rot is a professor at ETH Zurich, focusing on microbiome research. His expertise encompasses a variety of biological and microbiological sciences, with an emphasis on understanding the interactions within microbial communities and their impact on hosts and environments. He is actively involved in teaching and supervising students in microbiology, providing them with insights into the complexities of microbial ecosystems. His research contributes to fundamental understanding and potential applications in health, agriculture, and environmental science. Through his work, he aims to uncover the roles that microbiomes play in various settings, advancing the field of microbiome studies.

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.