Dr. Jelle Spooren

Professor

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Biography

Jelle Spooren holds a professorship in Microbiology at ETH Zurich, where he focuses on various aspects of microbial research. His work encompasses studying microbial communities and their roles in different ecosystems. Prof. Spooren has contributed significantly to our understanding of microbiological processes and how they can be harnessed for environmental and industrial applications. His research is collaborative and interdisciplinary, often involving partnerships with other academic institutions and industry stakeholders. He is committed to advancing the field of microbiology through education, research, and innovation. Prof. Spooren is also involved in mentoring students and young researchers, fostering the next generation of scientists in the field.

Research Interests

Experience

Professor

— Present

ETH Zurich • Zürich, Switzerland

Leading research and educational initiatives in the field of Microbiology.

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.