Dr. Praveen Pothapakula

Professor

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Biography

Praveen Pothapakula is a Staff Professor at ETH Zurich, specializing in High-Resolution Weather and Climate Modelling. His research focuses on developing advanced models to understand and predict climatic patterns and weather phenomena at finer spatial scales. With a commitment to pushing the boundaries of meteorological science, he employs cutting-edge computational techniques and methodologies. His work aims to enhance the accuracy of weather forecasts and improve climate resilience, contributing significantly to the fields of environmental science and meteorology. Pothapakula's contributions have been recognized in various scientific publications, showcasing his expertise and innovative approaches in climate modelling and data analysis.

Research Interests

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.