Dr. Michaela Fischer Stettler

Professor

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Biography

Michaela Fischer-Stettler is a professor at ETH Zurich specializing in Plant Biochemistry. Her research focuses on the biochemical processes regulating plant interactions with their environment and understanding the molecular mechanisms underpinning plant biology. She has contributed significantly to the field through various publications and research initiatives that aim to enhance our understanding of plant resilience and metabolic pathways. Her work not only advances academic understanding but also informs practical applications in agriculture and biotechnology.

Research Interests

Experience

Professor

2015-01-01 — Present

ETH Zurich • Zürich, Switzerland

Leading research and teaching in the field of plant biochemistry and molecular plant biology.

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.