Dr. Patrick Onck

Professor

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Biography

Patrick Onck is a Full Professor at the University of Groningen, specializing in Mechanics. His research focuses on understanding the micromechanical functional behavior of biological materials, with an emphasis on accurately describing the underlying biophysical mechanisms. The Onck research group employs advanced computational techniques, such as molecular dynamics and finite element methods, to explore physical mechanisms across relevant length scales. Current research interests include the transport properties of nuclear pore complexes, phase separation and aggregation processes in disordered proteins, and the role of molecular chaperones in neurodegenerative diseases. Additionally, the group investigates soft-robotic, nature-inspired microswimmers and magnetic artificial cilia. Patrick is also involved in various national committees and editorial boards of scientific journals.

Research Interests

Experience

Full Professor

2009-01-01 — Present

University of Groningen • Groningen, Netherlands

Lead research group focusing on the micromechanical behavior of biological materials.

Requirements for University of Groningen

Master Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:2.8
IELTS
Listening
Required:6
Reading
Required:6
Writing
Required:6.5
Speaking
Required:6
Overall
Required:6.5
TOEFL
Listening
Required:20
Reading
Required:21
Writing
Required:24
Speaking
Required:20
Total
Required:90
GMAT
Total Score
Required:500
Overall
Required:500
GRE General
Verbal
Required:145
Verbal Percentile
Required:25
Quantitative
Required:145
Quantitative Percentile
Required:25
Overall
Required:145
Prerequisites
Bachelor's degree in a relevant field (Economics, Business, Management) Strong background in mathematics and statistics Research orientation in previous studies
Application Checklist
  • Bachelor's degree certificate/diploma
  • Academic transcripts
  • Curriculum Vitae (CV)
  • Letter of Motivation
  • Proof of English proficiency
  • GMAT/GRE score report (for non-EU/EEA)
  • Course descriptions of mathematics and statistics courses
Specialization Notes

Standard Master's entry requirements for Economics, Business, Finance, Accounting, and Management departments within the Faculty of Economics and Business.