Asegun Henry

Asegun Henry is an Associate Professor in the Department of Mechanical Engineering at the Massachusetts Institute of Technology. His research focuses on novel energy system concepts aimed at mitigating climate change, including solar energy, energy storage, and transportation. Current projects involve thermal energy grid storage using multi-junction photovoltaics, high temperature concentrated solar power with liquid metals or molten salts, and ceramic/refractory-based fluid handling infrastructure. He directs the Atomistic Simulation & Energy (ASE) Research Group at MIT.

Asegun Henry is a researcher at the Massachusetts Institute of Technology with expertise in Heat Transfer, Renewable Energy, Energy Storage, Atomistic Modeling, and Phonon Transport. His work focuses on understanding and enhancing thermal conductivity in materials through molecular dynamics simulations and experimental studies. He investigates phonon transport properties in silicon and polymers, aiming to improve energy storage and conversion technologies. His research also addresses thermal energy grid storage and decarbonization challenges, emphasizing the role of optical phonons and interfacial modes in thermal conductivity. Henry's contributions span from fundamental studies of heat conduction to applied solutions for renewable energy systems.