Dr. Oliver Martin

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Biography

Oliver Yves Martin is a lecturer at ETH Zurich in the Department of Biology, specializing in Evolutionary Biology, Behavioral Ecology, and Zoology. His research primarily focuses on evolutionary conflicts, sexual selection, and speciation, illuminating the mechanisms that drive these biological processes. Martin's research contributions include significant grants from the Swiss National Science Foundation and collaborations with research institutions. He has authored and contributed to various projects examining the interplay between environmental changes and evolutionary outcomes. His vast professional experience includes roles as a senior researcher and lecturer at ETH Zurich and a senior research associate at the University of East Anglia. Martin has also been recognized for his outstanding scientific achievements during his PhD, highlighting his commitment to advancing the field of biology through rigorous research and education.

Research Interests

Experience

Senior Researcher / Lecturer

2013-01-01 — Present

ETH Zurich • Zürich

Involved in research and teaching at the Department of Biology.

NERC Senior Research Associate

2005-01-01 — 2008-01-01

University of East Anglia •

Conducted research on sexual selection and reproductive isolation.

SNF Postdoctoral Fellowship

2003-01-01 — 2005-01-01

University of East Anglia •

Focused on co-evolution of male and female reproductive characters.

Awards

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Distinction for Outstanding Scientific Achievements

2003-01-01

Courses

General Biology General Biology II General Biology I+II Zoology Biodiversity Excursions

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.