Dr. Hauke Smidt

Professor

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Biography

Hauke Smidt is a prominent researcher in the field of microbial ecology, with an academic background in Biotechnology from Technical University of Braunschweig, University of Kyoto, and University of Stuttgart. He received his PhD from Wageningen University in 2001 and has since made significant contributions to the study of microbial communities through innovative methods. He leads the Complex Microbial Ecosystems Group at Wageningen University & Research, focusing on the interactions within human and animal microbiota, as well as microbial communities in environmental biotechnology. His research is characterized by a OneHealth approach, integrating the health of humans, animals, and ecosystems. He has supervised numerous PhD students and has a strong publication record, with around 400 peer-reviewed articles. In addition to his research, he has been actively involved as an editor for scientific journals and holds a visiting professorship at Nanjing Agricultural University. His work also includes significant outreach and collaboration on the global stage, particularly in the management and understanding of microbiomes.

Research Interests

Experience

Professor

2008-01-01 — Present

Wageningen University & Research • Wageningen

Leading the Complex Microbial Ecosystems Group, focusing on microbial community analyses and health.

Requirements for Wageningen University & Research

Master Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3
IELTS
Listening
Required:6
Reading
Required:6
Writing
Required:6
Speaking
Required:6
Overall
Required:6.5
TOEFL
Listening
Required:18
Reading
Required:18
Writing
Required:21
Speaking
Required:20
Total
Required:92
PTE
Listening
Required:54
Reading
Required:62
Writing
Required:62
Speaking
Required:54
Overall
Required:62
Duolingo
Overall Score
Required:105
Overall
Required:105
Prerequisites
Bachelor's degree or equivalent in a field related to the master's program Sufficient background in required subjects for the specific program
Application Checklist
  • Bachelor's degree certificate (certified copy)
  • Final transcript of records (certified copy)
  • Statement of Purpose/Motivation Letter
  • Curriculum Vitae (CV)
  • Proof of English proficiency
  • Passport copy
  • Two letters of recommendation (required for some specializations)
Specialization Notes

Wageningen University offers MSc programs corresponding to the research departments listed. Admission is centralized but evaluates the relevance of the undergraduate degree to the specific department's field.