Dr. Marcus Brüggen

Professor

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Biography

Marcus Brüggen is a Professor of Extragalactic Astrophysics and Observational Cosmology at the University of Hamburg, where he has been since 2012. He previously held positions as an Associate Professor and Assistant Professor in Astrophysics at Jacobs University Bremen. His academic journey began with a Postdoctoral Researcher role at the Max-Planck Institute for Astrophysics in Garching. Brüggen's research primarily focuses on the study of relativistic jets in active galaxies, the feedback mechanisms in galaxy clusters, and the effects of anisotropy in the intracluster medium. He has led several significant projects including contributions to the eROSITA space mission. His work is widely recognized, and he has been involved with numerous scientific advisory councils and committees within the astrophysics community.

Research Interests

Experience

Professor

2012-01-01 — Present

University of Hamburg • Hamburg, Germany

Leading research in Extragalactic Astrophysics and Observational Cosmology.

Associate Professor

2006-01-01 — 2012-01-01

Jacobs University Bremen • Bremen, Germany

Conducting research and teaching in Astrophysics.

Assistant Professor

2001-01-01 — 2006-01-01

Jacobs University Bremen • Bremen, Germany

Engaged in research activities and educational responsibilities in Astrophysics.

Postdoctoral Researcher

1999-01-01 — 2000-01-01

Max-Planck Institute for Astrophysics • Garching, Germany

Focused on advanced research in Astrophysics.

Requirements for University of Hamburg

Master Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:2.5
IELTS
Listening
Required:6
Reading
Required:6
Writing
Required:6
Speaking
Required:6
Overall
Required:6.5
TOEFL
Listening
Required:20
Reading
Required:20
Writing
Required:20
Speaking
Required:20
Total
Required:90
Prerequisites
Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or related field At least 60 ECTS in core computer science subjects
Application Checklist
  • Transcript of Records
  • Bachelor's degree certificate (or preliminary transcript)
  • Proof of English proficiency
  • Curriculum Vitae
  • Letter of Motivation
  • Module descriptions/table of 60 ECTS in CS
Specialization Notes

Includes tracks like Intelligent Adaptive Systems (IAS).