Dr. Nils Briel

Professor

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Biography

Nils Briel is a Professor of Biochemical Engineering at ETH Zurich, with a strong focus on bioengineering disciplines. He has extensive expertise in biochemical processes, integration of bioprocesses, and scale-up of biotechnological processes. His research aims to bridge the gap between fundamental biological research and industrial application, ensuring that innovative biological findings can be effectively translated into practical solutions within the field of bioengineering. He actively participates in interdisciplinary collaborations and has a keen interest in enhancing the sustainability of biotechnological operations. Nils Briel is dedicated to fostering the next generation of scientists through his teaching and mentoring within the academic community.

Research Interests

Experience

Professor

2010-01-01 — Present

ETH Zurich • Zürich, Switzerland

Leading research and teaching in the field of Biochemical Engineering.

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.