Dr. William Oestreich

Professor

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Biography

William Oestreich is a Group Leader in the Department of Evolutionary Biology and Environmental Studies at the University of Zurich. His research focuses on behavioral ecology, emphasizing collective behavior, information ecology, and sociality. He investigates predator-prey interactions and biological oceanography, exploring pelagic ecosystems and bioacoustics within the context of conservation science. With a Ph.D. in Biology from Stanford University, Oestreich has held postdoctoral fellowships, including a prestigious NSF fellowship at the Monterey Bay Aquarium Research Institute and the David & Lucile Packard Foundation fellowship. His work combines rigorous scientific inquiry with practical applications to inform global ocean protections and understand changing ecosystems. Oestreich's publications highlight his contributions to the field, including studies on animal behavior in dynamic seascapes and the acoustic signals of blue whales, showcasing his commitment to advancing knowledge in evolutionary biology and environmental studies.

Research Interests

Experience

Group Leader

— Present

Department of Evolutionary Biology and Environmental Studies, University of Zurich • Zurich, Switzerland

Leading a research group focused on evolutionary biology and environmental studies.

NSF Postdoctoral Fellow

— Present

Monterey Bay Aquarium Research Institute, University of Washington • USA

Conducting postdoctoral research as part of a National Science Foundation fellowship.

David & Lucile Packard Foundation Postdoctoral Fellow

— Present

Monterey Bay Aquarium Research Institute • USA

Conducting research on marine environments with a focus on bioacoustics and ecology.

Requirements for University of Zurich

Master Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3
IELTS
Listening
Required:6.5
Reading
Required:6.5
Writing
Required:6.5
Speaking
Required:6.5
Overall
Required:7
TOEFL
Listening
Required:25
Reading
Required:25
Writing
Required:26
Speaking
Required:25
Total
Required:100
Prerequisites
Bachelor's degree in Law or equivalent from a recognized university Minimum 180 ECTS credits
Application Checklist
  • Matriculation certificate
  • Official transcripts
  • CV/Resume
  • Copy of passport
  • Motivation letter
Specialization Notes

Department of Law