Dr. Maria Zwyssig

Professor

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Biography

Maria Zwyssig is a professor at ETH Zurich, specializing in Phytopathology. Her research focuses on the interactions between plants and pathogens, aiming to enhance crop protection and sustainability. She is committed to advancing the understanding of disease resistance in plants and developing innovative strategies for managing plant health. With a strong background in plant sciences, Zwyssig integrates molecular biology techniques with field-based studies to investigate plant-pathogen dynamics. Her work contributes significantly to the fields of agricultural sciences and environmental sustainability, striving to mitigate crop losses and improve food security.

Research Interests

Experience

Professor

2010-01-01 — Present

ETH Zurich • Zürich, Switzerland

Leading research and teaching in Phytopathology.

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.