Dr. Wolf Dietrich Hardt

Professor

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Biography

Wolf-Dietrich Hardt is a Full Professor at ETH Zurich in the Department of Biology, renowned for his contributions to microbiology. His research primarily focuses on the mechanisms of bacterial pathogenesis, exploring how pathogenic bacteria interact with their host and influence disease outcomes. Hardt's work includes significant studies on the immune response to infections and the molecular mechanisms underlying host-pathogen interactions. He is committed to advancing our understanding of infectious diseases through rigorous research and mentorship of emerging scientists in the field. Hardt is also involved in various interdisciplinary collaborations and has published numerous influential papers in top-tier journals, contributing to the broader scientific community's knowledge. His dedication to teaching and research continues to shape the future of microbiological studies at ETH Zurich and beyond.

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.