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Leon Glicksman is a Professor of Building Technology in the Department of Architecture at the Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT). With over 22 years of experience, he focuses on energy-efficient building components design, natural ventilation, and sustainable development in various contexts, including developing countries. Glicksman founded and led MIT’s Building Technology Program, where he conducted significant research on improving indoor airflow and air quality. His work on aerogel insulations has shown promise in enhancing energy efficiency. He is a founding member of the MIT Energy Initiative and has co-chaired initiatives to promote energy efficiency on MIT’s campus, significantly reducing operational costs in building management. Glicksman has collaborated with institutions like Cambridge University to study natural ventilation systems and applied his research towards energy-efficient urban housing development in China, co-authoring a book summarizing his findings. He continues to work on innovative design solutions, including passive night cooling systems for low-income housing in India and low-cost evaporative cooling systems for agricultural preservation in East Africa and India. He is recognized for his contributions to the field with numerous awards and has authored over a hundred articles in reputable journals.
Massachusetts Institute of Technology • Cambridge, MA
Teaching and research focused on building technology, energy efficiency, and sustainable design.