Stephen Goodnick

Stephen Goodnick is the Hans Fischer Senior Fellow at the Technical University of Munich (TUM) and holds the rank of Professor at Arizona State University (ASU), where he previously served as Chair of the Electrical Engineering Department (1996–2005) and Associate Vice President for Research (2006–2008). Currently, he serves as Deputy Director of ASU LightWorks, focusing on renewable energy research. His academic background includes a Ph.D. from Colorado State University (1983) and Alexander von Humboldt Fellowships (1985–1986) at TUM and the University of Modena.

His research spans solid-state device physics, nanoelectronics, and energy conversion, with notable contributions to carrier transport modeling and semiconductor device design. He has authored over 350 publications and is a Fellow of the IEEE. Key awards include the 2013 IEEE Phoenix Section Outstanding Faculty Award and the 2008 Robert M. Janowiak Leadership Award.

Goodnick’s work bridges theory and application, addressing challenges in photovoltaics, nanoscale electronics, and high-frequency devices. His focus group at TUM, Nanoscience for Renewable Energy Sources, emphasizes sustainable energy solutions through advanced materials and device engineering. Collaborations include modeling silicon heterojunction solar cells and InGaAs nanowire solar cells, advancing energy efficiency and scalability.

His leadership roles in professional organizations such as the IEEE Nanotechnology Council and Eta Kappa Nu reflect his commitment to both research excellence and engineering education.