Eric Arsenault

Eric Arsenault is an Assistant Professor of Chemistry at Yale University, affiliated with the Department of Chemistry. His research interests include Physical Chemistry, Biophysical Chemistry, and Materials Chemistry. Arsenault's work focuses on developing ultrafast multidimensional spectroscopies to study the interaction of energy and charge with complex nanoscale environments, such as proteins and quantum materials. His research bridges chemistry, physics, biophysics, and materials science, aiming to establish mechanistic frameworks for the design of solar conversion sources and advanced devices. Arsenault joined the Yale faculty starting January 1, 2026.

Eric A. Arsenault is an Assistant Professor at Yale University specializing in physical chemistry with a focus on ultrafast spectroscopy, photosynthesis, and 2D materials. His research explores the dynamics of energy transfer and charge separation in photosynthetic systems, particularly light-harvesting complex II, using advanced spectroscopic techniques. He investigates vibronic coupling, conical intersections, and proton-coupled electron transfer mechanisms to understand ultrafast processes in molecular systems. Additionally, his work examines the electronic and vibrational properties of 2D materials, including twisted MoTe2 bilayers and Moiré superlattices, to uncover novel electronic states and interactions. His research bridges experimental and theoretical approaches to elucidate the role of coherence and quantum effects in chemical and physical processes.