Dr. Isabelle Mansuy

Professor

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Biography

Isabelle Mansuy is a Full Professor at the Department of Health Sciences and Technology at ETH Zurich. She is a prominent researcher in the field of neuroscience, particularly in understanding the molecular mechanisms underlying memory and learning. Her work focuses on the relationship between early life stress and long-term cognitive effects, exploring the epigenetic modifications that influence behavior and development. With a strong commitment to academic excellence, she has published extensively in high-impact journals, contributing significantly to our understanding of how environmental factors affect neural plasticity. Mansuy’s research interests include the interplay between genetics and environment in cognitive functions, making her a leading figure in her field. She actively collaborates with various international research institutions and has received numerous accolades for her groundbreaking studies and contributions to neuroscience.

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.