Dr. Sven Bacher

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Biography

Sven Bacher is a Titular Professor and Group Leader in the Department of Biology at the University of Fribourg. He has an extensive academic background with a PhD from ETH Zurich and experience as a group leader at the University of Bern and a declined full professorship at the University of Potsdam. Since 2007, he has led a research group at the University of Fribourg focusing on applied ecology and the socio-economic impacts of invasive alien species (IAS) on biodiversity and ecosystem services. His research encompasses a variety of projects aimed at understanding and managing the risks associated with IAS, including the development of intervention scenarios and assessment protocols. Bacher is recognized as a Highly Cited Researcher and has received several awards for his contributions to the field, including the Bernese Prize for Environmental Research. He is actively involved in collaborative research efforts that bridge ecological science and policy, particularly in relation to invasive species and biodiversity management.

Research Interests

Experience

Research Group Leader

2007-01-01 — Present

University of Fribourg • Fribourg, Switzerland

Leading a research group focusing on applied ecology, particularly on the impacts of invasive alien species.

Awards

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Highly Cited Researcher

2017-01-01
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Bernese Prize for Environmental Research

2003-01-01

Requirements for University of Fribourg

Master Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3
IELTS
Overall
Required:7
TOEFL
Listening
Required:22
Reading
Required:22
Writing
Required:22
Speaking
Required:22
Total
Required:95
Prerequisites
Bachelor degree from a recognized university in a related field Minimum 60-90 ECTS in the chosen discipline
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