Oara Neumann

Research Summary

Prof. Neumann's research focuses on the development of optically active nanostructures with precisely controlled geometries for applications in biomedical sensing, imaging, and light-triggered therapy. By integrating surface-enhanced vibrational spectroscopies, machine learning, and nanoparticle-enabled photothermal processes, her work aims to transform nanoscale optical control into innovative technologies that promote human health, improve access to clean water, and enhance environmental sustainability.

Keywords

Nanophotonics; Surface-enhanced Raman spectroscopy; Biomedical sensing; Machine learning–enabled diagnostics; Solar steam generation.

Research Areas

Chemical Biology, Inorganic Chemistry, Experimental Physical Chemistry, Materials by Chemical Design, Chemistry for Energy and Sustainability

Education

B.S. in Chemistry, University of Bucharest, 1996

M.S. in Analytical Chemistry, University of Bucharest, 1997

M.S. in Chemical Physics, Weizmann Institute of Science, 2004

Ph.D. in Applied Physics, Rice University, 2013

Postdoctoral Fellow, Rice University, 2013

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