Dr. Stefan Geisen

Assistant Professor

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Biography

Stefan Geisen is a molecular soil ecologist focused on understanding the interactions within soil biodiversity, particularly the role of microbiome predators such as protists and nematodes and their bacterial and fungal prey. His research aims to elucidate the functional implications of these interactions on plant performance within diverse agricultural systems, including their effects on greenhouse gas emissions. Geisen is particularly interested in how soil microbiome predator communities are structured and their functions in the context of ongoing global changes like agricultural practices and climate warming. He employs a variety of techniques, including high-throughput sequencing, cultivation approaches, and field studies, to explore these topics, working collaboratively within a research group to advance knowledge of soil biodiversity's importance in a changing world.

Research Interests

Experience

Assistant Professor

2019-11-01 — Present

Wageningen University & Research • Wageningen

Research on soil biodiversity and its interactions in agricultural systems.

Requirements for Wageningen University & Research

Master Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3
IELTS
Listening
Required:6
Reading
Required:6
Writing
Required:6
Speaking
Required:6
Overall
Required:6.5
TOEFL
Listening
Required:18
Reading
Required:18
Writing
Required:21
Speaking
Required:20
Total
Required:92
PTE
Listening
Required:54
Reading
Required:62
Writing
Required:62
Speaking
Required:54
Overall
Required:62
Duolingo
Overall Score
Required:105
Overall
Required:105
Prerequisites
Bachelor's degree or equivalent in a field related to the master's program Sufficient background in required subjects for the specific program
Application Checklist
  • Bachelor's degree certificate (certified copy)
  • Final transcript of records (certified copy)
  • Statement of Purpose/Motivation Letter
  • Curriculum Vitae (CV)
  • Proof of English proficiency
  • Passport copy
  • Two letters of recommendation (required for some specializations)
Specialization Notes

Wageningen University offers MSc programs corresponding to the research departments listed. Admission is centralized but evaluates the relevance of the undergraduate degree to the specific department's field.