Dr. Guido Wiesenberg

Associate Professor

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Biography

Guido Lars Bruno Wiesenberg is a group leader in Soil Science Biogeochemistry at the University of Zurich. His research focuses on improving the understanding of element and nutrient cycling within terrestrial ecosystems, particularly in plant-soil systems, peatlands, and sedimentary records. His major interest lies in the impacts of environmental change on past, recent, and future ecosystems. He employs various tools and has specific expertise in applying molecular proxies, including lipid and lignin classes, burning markers, and plant pigments, in conjunction with stable isotope techniques for monitoring and labeling, along with modeling approaches. Guido also engages in educational activities that include recorded demonstrations, laboratory tours, and presentations related to soil science and physical geography.

Research Interests

Experience

Research Assistant

2000-01-01 — 2004-01-01

University of Cologne • Cologne, Germany

Worked as a PhD student.

Research Associate

2004-01-01 — 2006-01-01

University of Cologne • Cologne, Germany

Conducted postdoctoral research.

Research Associate

2006-01-01 — 2012-01-01

University of Bayreuth • Bayreuth, Germany

Involved in academic teaching and research.

Lecturer

2008-01-01 — 2014-01-01

Applied University Weihenstephan-Triesdorf • Weihenstephan, Germany

Lectured on various topics.

Substitute Professor

2011-01-01 — 2012-01-01

University of Bayreuth • Bayreuth, Germany

Filled in for a professor in Agroecosystem Research.

Research Associate

2012-01-01 — 2014-01-01

University of Zurich • Zurich, Switzerland

Served as a senior researcher.

Guest Professor

2014-01-01 — 2014-01-01

Université Pierre et Marie Curie • Paris, France

Taught as a visiting professor.

Requirements for University of Zurich

Master Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3
IELTS
Listening
Required:6.5
Reading
Required:6.5
Writing
Required:6.5
Speaking
Required:6.5
Overall
Required:7
TOEFL
Listening
Required:25
Reading
Required:25
Writing
Required:26
Speaking
Required:25
Total
Required:100
Prerequisites
Bachelor's degree in Law or equivalent from a recognized university Minimum 180 ECTS credits
Application Checklist
  • Matriculation certificate
  • Official transcripts
  • CV/Resume
  • Copy of passport
  • Motivation letter
Specialization Notes

Department of Law