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Professor Dr. Stefano Bernasconi

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Biography

Stefano Bernasconi is an Adjunct Professor at the Geological Institute, Department of Earth Sciences at ETH Zurich, where he completed his PhD in Geology in 1991. His educational journey began with studies in Geology and Petrography at ETH Zurich. Bernasconi has made significant contributions to the field of biogeochemistry and paleoclimate studies, particularly through his involvement in the Integrated Ocean Drilling Program (IODP) and various international projects. In 2000, he was a guest professor at the University of Strasbourg, France. His research predominantly focuses on the biogeochemical processes in terrestrial and marine environments, with a specific interest in the application of carbonate clumped isotopes for paleoclimate reconstructions. He has also developed novel analytical techniques aimed at addressing challenging questions in Earth sciences. Bernasconi promotes interdisciplinary research that bridges geology and biology, collaborating with students and professionals in environmental science, microbiology, ecology, and soil science. He is married and the father of three children.

Research Interests

Paleoclimate Biogeochemistry Analytical Techniques Terrestrial-Marine Environments

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.