Dr. William Taylor

Professor

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Biography

William R. Taylor is a Full Professor at ETH Zurich in the Department of Health Sciences and Technology. His research focuses on the biomechanics of human motion and the interaction between biological tissues and engineering mechanics. With a deep understanding of both theoretical principles and practical applications, Professor Taylor's work aims to blend scientific insight with real-world engineering challenges. His contributions in the field have been recognized internationally, and he continues to mentor emerging scholars in biomechanics and related disciplines. Taylor's publication record includes numerous papers on the mechanics of human movement, tissue engineering, and innovative technologies in healthcare. He is dedicated to advancing knowledge and fostering collaboration within the scientific community.

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.