Anke Neumann

Anke Neumann is a Research Group Leader at Paul Scherrer Institut (PSI) in Switzerland, a position she has held since January 2024.14 Her primary research interests focus on mineral redox reactions and their effects on metal(loid)s, radionuclides, and organic contaminants.1

Career Path

Dr. Neumann has had an extensive academic career:

• 2024-present: Group Leader at PSI's Laboratory for Waste Management (LES)15
• 2020-2023: Senior Lecturer at Newcastle University, UK1
• 2013-2020: Lecturer at Newcastle University, UK1
• 2011-2013: Postdoctoral Research Scholar at the University of Iowa, USA1
• 2011: Postdoctoral Research Scientist at the Swiss Federal Institute of Aquatic Science and Technology (Eawag), Switzerland1
• 2008-2009: Postdoctoral Research Scientist at the Swiss Federal Institute of Technology (ETH Zürich), Switzerland1

She has also held visiting researcher positions and received a Humboldt Research Fellowship for Experienced Researchers at the GFZ German Research Centre for Geosciences.1

Research Focus

Dr. Neumann's work spans from understanding fundamental mechanisms of electron transfer at the mineral-water interface to applying redox processes for contaminant transformation or removal in natural and engineered environments.1 She has a particular focus on:

• Iron-bearing clay minerals
• Mössbauer spectroscopy
• Mineral redox reactions
• Environmental and geochemistry

Publications and Recognition

Anke Neumann has authored numerous publications in prestigious journals such as Environmental Science & Technology and Minerals.1 Her research has been widely cited, with over 1,500 citations according to her ResearchGate profile.6

Education and Current Affiliations

Dr. Neumann received her education from the Swiss Federal Institute of Technology (ETH Zürich).2 In addition to her role at PSI, she holds a Visiting Fellow position at Newcastle University's Environmental Engineering department from 2023 to 2026.3