Dr. Rizlan Bernier Latmani

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Biography

Rizlan Bernier-Latmani is a professor at the Swiss Federal Institute of Technology in Lausanne (EPFL), within the School of Architecture, Civil and Environmental Engineering. He has a Ph.D. in Civil and Environmental Engineering from Stanford University. His research primarily focuses on geomicrobiology, exploring metal-microbe interactions, and biogeochemistry, especially in the context of environmental remediation and nuclear waste management. Bernier-Latmani has contributed significantly to understanding how microorganisms affect biogeochemical cycling and the mobility of contaminants in subsurface environments. He has received several accolades, including a post-doctoral fellowship from the Swiss National Science Foundation and the Rotary Foundation University Professor grant. His previous positions include associate professor at EPFL and a post-graduate researcher at Scripps Institution of Oceanography. With a diverse academic portfolio that includes teaching courses on groundwater remediation and bioinformatics, he mentors PhD students and actively engages in advancing research in environmental microbiology.

Research Interests

Geomicrobiology Metal-Microbe Interactions Biogeochemistry Bioremediation Environmental Microbiology

Experience

Full Professor

2022-01-01 — Present

Swiss Federal Institute of Technology Lausanne • Lausanne, Switzerland

Currently holds the position of full professor in the School of Architecture, Civil and Environmental Engineering.

Associate Professor

2013-01-01 — 2022-01-01

Swiss Federal Institute of Technology Lausanne • Lausanne, Switzerland

Served as associate professor with tenure at EPFL.

Assistant Professor

2005-01-01 — 2013-01-01

Swiss Federal Institute of Technology Lausanne • Lausanne, Switzerland

Worked as an assistant professor on a tenure track.

Post-Graduate Researcher

2001-01-01 — 2005-01-01

Scripps Institution of Oceanography • La Jolla, CA, USA

Engaged in post-graduate research under the supervision of PI Brad Tebo.

Graduate Research Assistant

1995-01-01 — 2001-01-01

Stanford University • Stanford, CA, USA

Assisted in research while completing advanced degrees.

Awards

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Rotary Foundation University Professor Grant

2004-01-01
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Swiss National Science Foundation Post-Doctoral Fellowship

2001-01-01
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Leon B. Reynolds Memorial Scholarship

1995-01-01

Requirements for Swiss Federal Institute of Technology in Lausanne

Master Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3.33
IELTS
Listening
Required:6.5
Reading
Required:6.5
Writing
Required:6.5
Speaking
Required:6.5
Overall
Required:7
TOEFL
Listening
Required:20
Reading
Required:20
Writing
Required:20
Speaking
Required:20
Total
Required:95
Prerequisites
Bachelor's degree in a related field Strong foundation in mathematics and physics Specific discipline-related background (e.g., Computer Science fundamentals for IC programs)
Application Checklist
  • Online application form
  • Curriculum Vitae (CV)
  • Copy of University degree(s)
  • Transcripts from each university attended
  • Statement of Purpose
  • Contact details of three academic referees
  • Copy of identity card or passport
Specialization Notes

Master's programs at EPFL are generally taught in English, though some may include French components. GRE is recommended but not mandatory for most Master's programs.