Dr. Markus Niederberger

Professor

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Biography

Markus Niederberger is a Full Professor at ETH Zurich, specializing in Multifunctional Materials. His research focuses on the development and characterization of advanced materials with unique properties and applications in various fields. He has made significant contributions to the understanding of material interfaces and the design of sophisticated materials that integrate multiple functionalities. Prof. Niederberger has numerous publications in high-impact journals and has been involved in several interdisciplinary projects that bridge the gap between materials science and engineering. Through his work, he aims to innovate materials that can solve current technological challenges and contribute to sustainable development.

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.