Dr. Marina Herwerth

Professor

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Biography

Marina Herwerth is an Attending Physician at the Department of Neurology, University Hospital Zurich. She completed her medical studies at Ruprecht-Karls-University Heidelberg and has been actively involved in clinical research related to multiple sclerosis (MS), neuromyelitis optica spectrum disease (NMOSD), and MOG-associated disease (MOGAD). Her research focuses on clinical studies and translational neuroimmunology, contributing valuable insights into the mechanisms of neuroinflammation through experimental models. Dr. Herwerth has a significant background in neurology, having completed a postdoctoral researcher stint at the Institute of Cell Biology of the Nervous System and a postgraduate research stay at the Institute of Pharmacology and Toxicology, University of Zurich. She holds a specialist title in neurology and has been an active member of several international neurology consortia and societies. Through her research and clinical practice, Dr. Herwerth aims to advance the understanding and treatment of autoimmune encephalitis and related neurological conditions.

Research Interests

Experience

Attending Physician

2022-01-01 — Present

University Hospital Zurich • Zurich, Switzerland

Attending Physician in the Department of Neurology specializing in autoimmune diseases.

Postdoctoral Researcher

2016-01-01 — 2018-12-31

Institute of Cell Biology of the Nervous System, Technical University of Munich • Munich, Germany

Conducted research in neurobiology and neuroinflammation.

Resident

2012-01-01 — 2019-12-31

Neurological Department Polyclinic, Technical University of Munich • Munich, Germany

Completed residency training in neurology.

Researcher

2008-01-01 — 2009-12-31

Max Planck Institute Medical Research • Heidelberg, Germany

Conducted research in medical sciences.

Requirements for University of Zurich

Master Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3
IELTS
Listening
Required:6.5
Reading
Required:6.5
Writing
Required:6.5
Speaking
Required:6.5
Overall
Required:7
TOEFL
Listening
Required:25
Reading
Required:25
Writing
Required:26
Speaking
Required:25
Total
Required:100
Prerequisites
Bachelor's degree in Law or equivalent from a recognized university Minimum 180 ECTS credits
Application Checklist
  • Matriculation certificate
  • Official transcripts
  • CV/Resume
  • Copy of passport
  • Motivation letter
Specialization Notes

Department of Law