Dr. Xueting Shen

Professor

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Biography

Xueting Shen is a Professor at ETH Zurich, specializing in the field of soft materials and interfaces. Her research focuses on the development and characterization of soft materials, investigating their mechanical properties and interactions at the molecular level. Shen's work aims to advance the understanding of how soft materials can be engineered for diverse applications, including in areas of nanotechnology and materials science. She is known for her contributions to the study of interface phenomena and the innovative design of materials with tailored functions. Shen actively collaborates with various academic and industrial partners to bridge the gap between fundamental research and practical applications.

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.