Dr. Maria Lukatskaya

Assistant Professor

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Biography

Maria Lukatskaya is an Assistant Professor at ETH Zürich's Department of Mechanical and Process Engineering, specializing in electrochemical energy systems. Her research focuses on developing advanced materials and technologies for energy storage and conversion, including batteries and fuel cells. Lukatskaya has published extensively in the field, contributing to the understanding and innovation of energy systems that are critical for sustainable development. She aims to bridge the gap between fundamental research and practical applications in the energy sector. She earned her education and research experience at prestigious institutions, which have equipped her with a deep knowledge of materials science and engineering. Her work is aimed at tackling some of the major challenges in energy technology, emphasizing efficiency and sustainability. Lukatskaya actively collaborates with industry and academia, seeking to push the boundaries of current technologies.

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.