Dr. Gregory Velicer

Professor

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Biography

Gregory Velicer is a Full Professor in the Department of Environmental Systems Science at ETH Zurich, where he specializes in evolutionary biology. His research interests focus on the evolutionary dynamics of social bacteria, the genetics of secondary metabolites, and the role of sociality in microbial ecology. He has an extensive publication record reflecting his research into the interactions between microbes and their environments, exploring both theoretical implications and practical applications. With a strong emphasis on interdisciplinary collaboration, he has contributed significantly to our understanding of microbial communities in various ecosystems. Professor Velicer's work often integrates experimental, computational, and theoretical approaches, making significant impacts in the field of evolutionary biology and microbial ecology.

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.