Dr. Maksym Kovalenko

Professor

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Biography

Maksym Kovalenko is a full professor at ETH Zürich in the Department of Chemistry and Applied Biosciences. His research focuses on the development of novel materials for energy applications, specifically addressing challenges in inorganic chemistry. He works extensively on the synthesis and characterization of nanostructured materials, which have implications in fields such as photovoltaics and catalysis. His academic contributions are recognized internationally, leading to numerous publications in high-impact journals. Kovalenko has a strong commitment to teaching and mentoring students in advanced chemistry topics, fostering the next generation of scientists. He actively collaborates with industry partners to translate research findings into practical applications, enhancing the impact of academic work in real-world scenarios.

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.