Dr. Arthur Mikaelian is an independent researcher based in Los Angeles. He has extensive experience as a quantum physics and quantum biology researcher whose efforts have supported the development of innovative polarization technology. During his work in the field of polarization, he has collaborated with bio-pharmaceutical companies such as LabioFam in Cuba. In the past, Dr. Arthur Mikaelian led the BIO-CHRONO Institute in Los Angeles as chief executive officer of the clinical and research institute for psychosomatic illnesses. He previously served as the executive founder of businesses such as INFINITY, an American-Soviet joint venture research and development initiative, and the Trigon Corporation, a polymer science company known for its innovative industrial applications.
Dr. Mikaelian completed undergraduate programs in biological psychology and pre-medicine. After receiving his master of science in biological psychology from the Vernadsky Foundation-University Medical Department, he completed a biological-neuropsychology doctoral program. He also holds a master of business administration from the University of Bologna in Italy and a doctor of clinical hypnotherapy from the American Institute of Clinical Hypnotherapy in Los Angeles. Beyond his professional activities, he enjoys practicing martial arts and learning about ancient history, including the origins of human genetics.
What is your typical day, and how do you make it productive?
A typical day starts early, with focused planning and goal setting. I prioritize strategic decision-making in the morning when I’m most alert, followed by meetings, research reviews, and team coordination. Staying aligned with long-term objectives and delegating effectively allows me to maximize productivity.
How do you bring ideas to life?
I start with a systems-based approach, drawing from the Universal System of Modeling to map out any idea’s dynamics and potential outcomes. This gives me a clear vision and research, followed by prototyping or trial phases. Feedback loops from experts and stakeholders are essential, and I believe in iterative development—refining ideas based on real-world data and outcomes.
What’s one trend that excites you?
I have many discoveries and research data but not enough time to describe or publish them. I am excited about integrating AI into my research and systemizing and making it available for humanity with the help of AI. AI’s potential to analyze complex datasets, organize them, and make them available to humanity is a transformative trend.
What is one habit that helps you be productive?
I review and prioritize tasks daily. I spend 15 minutes each morning and evening aligning my actions with key objectives, keeping me focused on high-impact activities.
What advice would you give your younger self?
Take calculated risks earlier and trust your instincts. Growth often comes from discomfort and embracing that sooner could accelerate success.
Tell us something you believe that almost nobody agrees with you on.
I believe that complementary medicine, when backed by rigorous science, can rival or surpass some conventional treatments in improving patient outcomes. This view often meets skepticism, but emerging data supports it.
What is the one thing you repeatedly do and recommend everyone else do?
Consistently invest in learning—through books, mentorship, and real-world experiences. Knowledge compounds over time.
When you feel overwhelmed or unfocused, what do you do?
I step away briefly—often with a walk or short meditation—to reset my mind. Then, I return with clarity and focus.
What is one strategy that has helped you grow your business or advance in your career?
Building strong, multidisciplinary teams. Collaboration with people from diverse fields has led to creative solutions and accelerated innovation.
What is one failure in your career, how did you overcome it, and what lessons did you take away from it?
A product launch that was prolonged due to prioritizing the effectiveness of the product and paying less attention to the regulatory environment. I overcame this by adapting complete regulatory requirements.
What is one business idea you’re willing to give away to our readers?
A digital platform that connects patients with evidence-based complementary therapies, including real-time feedback from healthcare providers. Developing tools and methods for Individualized medicine is the future.
What is one piece of software that helps you be productive? How do you use it?
ASANA. It helps me organize projects, manage tasks, and collaborate with teams in real time.
What is the best $100 you recently spent? What and why?
I had a consultation session with a drug approval regulation specialist. The insights I gained saved significant time and resources in navigating approval processes.
Do you have a favorite book or podcast you’ve gotten a ton of value from and why?
Book: Principles by Ray Dalio. It offers a framework for decision-making and leadership grounded in transparency and accountability.
What’s a movie or series you recently enjoyed and why?
Series: Limitless with Chris Hemsworth. It blends science, exploration, and personal growth, which aligns with my values.
Key learnings
- Strategic prioritization and clear communication are essential to maximizing productivity and bringing ideas to life.
- Building diverse, interdisciplinary teams accelerates innovation and long-term business growth.
- Embracing complementary medicine, supported by science, offers a promising path for improving outcomes.
- Continuous learning and adaptation are critical, especially in response to setbacks or market shifts.
- Leveraging technology like AI and productivity tools can significantly enhance efficiency and decision-making.