Dr. Volodymyr Korkhov

Associate Professor

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Biography

Volodymyr Korkhov is an Associate Professor in the Department of Biology at ETH Zurich. He specializes in molecular biology, focusing on the structural and functional characterization of membrane proteins. His research aims to understand the mechanisms by which these proteins operate and how they interact with other cellular components. Korkhov's work employs various biochemical and biophysical techniques to explore the complexities of protein interactions and cellular processes. Through his studies, he contributes significantly to the understanding of biological systems and their applications in biotechnology and medicine. Korkhov has published numerous articles in peer-reviewed journals and has presented his findings at international conferences. He is dedicated to educating the next generation of scientists and often collaborates with interdisciplinary teams to advance the field of molecular biology.

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.