Matthew Reese

Matthew Reese is a Researcher at the National Renewable Energy Laboratory (NREL) specializing in Materials Science and Photovoltaics. His work focuses on the development and characterization of materials for solar energy applications, particularly CdTe and transparent conductors. With expertise in semiconductor physics, he investigates fundamental processes including energy level alignment, doping mechanisms, and interfacial phenomena to enhance solar cell efficiency and stability.

His educational background includes:

• Bachelor of Physics from the California Institute of Technology
• PhD in Applied Physics from Yale University

Dr. Reese's research spans from fundamental material science to system-level applications, with emphasis on fabrication and characterization techniques across material-system scales. He specializes in understanding surface/interface dynamics, doping effects, and morphological properties in semiconductor systems, while developing novel measurement methodologies to study degradation mechanisms and improve photovoltaic device performance.

Recent publications (2025) demonstrate concentrated advancements in CdTe-based photovoltaics, particularly through innovative doping strategies using arsenic and phosphorus. His work addresses critical challenges in nanoscale electrical characterization, dopant activation efficiency, and carrier concentration management, directly targeting performance limitations in thin-film solar cells.

His notable recognition includes:

• NREL Distinguished Member of Research Staff (2021)

While specific student advising details are unavailable in the source material, his extensive publication record (148 research outputs) indicates significant contributions to collaborative research projects. His work is likely supported through NREL's institutional funding and federal energy research initiatives focused on renewable energy advancement.

Dr. Reese operates within NREL's Materials Science research group, where his experimental and analytical expertise drives innovation in photovoltaic materials development. His work directly contributes to the laboratory's mission of accelerating solar technology commercialization through fundamental materials research and characterization breakthroughs.