Keith Heasman

Dr. Keith Heasman is a Research Fellow at the Advanced Technology Institute, University of Surrey. He holds a PhD in Physics from the University of Surrey (1985) and has extensive experience in photovoltaic research, including roles at BP Solar and Narec. His research focuses on photovoltaics, concentrated photovoltaics, and solar cell design, with particular expertise in ion implantation and semiconductor lasers.

Education: BSc (First Class) in Physics (University of Surrey, 1981); PhD in Optoelectronics (University of Surrey, 1985).

Research Collaborations: Includes Philips Research Laboratories, Fraunhofer ISE, and multiple universities. Key projects include the APOLLON and 20plµs EU initiatives aimed at advancing silicon solar cell efficiency and concentrator PV systems.

Publications: Over 50 peer-reviewed articles, emphasizing radiation hardness of photovoltaic materials, concentrator cell optimization, and ion implantation techniques. Recent work explores organic and perovskite solar cells for space applications.

Grants/Advising: Led projects on high-efficiency silicon cells and low-cost concentrator systems. Advised on EU-funded programs targeting 20% efficiency in thin silicon cells and sustainable CPV systems.

Labs/Teams: Integral to the Advanced Technology Institute’s solar cell research group, contributing to cutting-edge device fabrication and analysis.