Dr. Shana Sturla

Professor

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Biography

Shana J. Sturla is a Full Professor at the Department of Health Sciences and Technology at ETH Zurich. Her research focuses on the development of new methodologies for toxicology and pharmacology, emphasizing the analysis of biological systems and the understanding of drug action mechanisms. She has published extensively in peer-reviewed journals and is recognized for her contributions to the advancement of knowledge in health sciences. Sturla’s work integrates principles from chemistry and biology to address complex challenges in toxicology, including the evaluation of drug interactions and the effects of environmental chemicals. She is committed to training the next generation of scientists in health technology and actively participates in academic programs aimed at fostering interdisciplinary collaboration. Sturla's dedication to research and education has made her a prominent figure in her field.

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.