Dr. Miriam Bortfeld Miller

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Biography

Miriam Bortfeld-Miller is a staff professor in the Department of Microbiology at ETH Zurich. Her research focuses on the microbial processes and interactions that govern health and disease, specifically how microbial communities influence host metabolism and immune responses. She is dedicated to advancing the understanding of microbiomes and their functionality in various environments. Her academic contributions have been pivotal in uncovering the biological mechanisms that underpin microbial dynamics. Through her work, she aims to bridge the gap between microbiological research and practical applications in biotechnology and medicine. Bortfeld-Miller has published numerous articles in prestigious journals, contributing significantly to her field and providing insights into the complex relationships between microbes and their hosts.

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Professor

— Present

ETH Zurich • Zürich, Switzerland

Staff professor specializing in microbiology and its applications.

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.