Anica Neumann

Anica Neumann is a Postdoctoral Researcher in Materials Science at the National Renewable Energy Laboratory (NREL), specializing in semiconductor growth techniques and solar cell development. Her work focuses on epitaxy, III-V semiconductors, and surface engineering.

Research Interests

• Gallium Arsenide (GaAs) solar cells
• Epitaxy and vapor phase deposition
• III-V semiconductor materials
• Surface science and smoothing techniques
• Advanced photovoltaics

Recent Research Trends

Over the past years, Anica has contributed to studies on GaAs solar cells grown on Si substrates, exfoliation techniques for solar efficiency, and MOVPE growth methods to planarize surfaces. Her work often involves collaboration with researchers like W. McMahon, E. Warren, and M. Steiner, with applications in renewable energy and semiconductor technology.

Collaborations

• Collaborated with T. Saenz, J. Boyer, and others on V-Groove Si substrates
• Worked with P. Coll, S. Sindermann, and M. Bertoni on sonic liftoff techniques
• Teammates include W. McMahon, E. da Costa, and K. Schulte