معرفی
Jonathan Grinham is an Assistant Professor of Architecture at Harvard University's Graduate School of Design (GSD). His research bridges material science, building science, and design to address climate change challenges, focusing on lifecycle carbon emissions, thermal health, and sustainable material systems. He is affiliated with the Harvard Center for Green Buildings and Cities, the Salata Institute for Climate and Sustainability, and the Aizenberg Lab at the Harvard John A. Paulson School of Engineering and Applied Sciences.
Education:
- Architecture and Building Science, Virginia Tech
- Doctor of Design, Harvard GSD
Grinham's work has produced novel technologies like the DryScreen vacuum membrane dehumidification system and the Vesma cooling solution, alongside publications, patents, and the start-up company Trellis Air Corporation. His research explores bioinspired microchannel designs, radiative sky cooling, and upcycling agricultural waste such as wool into building materials.
Research Trends: His recent publications emphasize decoupling HVAC processes for energy efficiency, bioinspired material systems (e.g., duck feather hydrophobic coatings), and lifecycle carbon accounting for buildings. Projects like HouseZero and Origami Microfluidics highlight synergies between material geometry, thermal performance, and environmental impact reduction.
Teaching and Collaboration: Grinham teaches courses on building simulation, materials, and thesis work. He collaborates with institutions like the Wyss Institute, Columbia University's Yu Lab, and industry partners including Faveker and American Woolen Company, mentoring students in hands-on climate-responsive design projects like the Sixteen Student Stools exhibition.
