John Hagelin, Ph.D., is a world-renowned quantum physicist, educator, author, and leading proponent of peace. Over the course of his career, he has combined groundbreaking scientific research with a vision of how science and consciousness can uplift society.
His initiatives worldwide have led to measurable reductions in crime, violence, terrorism, and even open warfare—impacting politics, academics, and the social sciences.
Dr. Hagelin received his A.B. summa cum laude from Dartmouth College and his M.A./Ph.D. in physics from Harvard University.
Following his doctoral studies, he conducted pioneering research at CERN (the European Center for Particle Physics) and at the Stanford Linear Accelerator Center (SLAC).
During this period, his work on particle astrophysics, grand unification, supersymmetry, and cosmology produced some of the most widely cited references in the physical sciences. These contributions established him as a respected figure in the international scientific community.
For over a quarter century, Dr. Hagelin has led scientific research into the foundations of human consciousness. He is internationally recognized as a leading authority on:
His research confirms that “enlightenment”—the full development of human consciousness—is not rare, but a natural birthright, attainable through Vedic meditation techniques.
Notably, in 1993 he directed a $6 million, two-month study in Washington, D.C. with 4,000 meditating experts. Independent review confirmed a 26% reduction in violent crime during the study period.
President Emeritus & Distinguished Professor of Physics at Maharishi International University (MIU)—the world’s flagship institution of Consciousness-Based education.
International President of the Global Union of Scientists for Peace (GUSP.org)—an organization of Nobel laureates and leading scientists dedicated to nuclear disarmament and evidence-based solutions to crime, terrorism and social conflict.
Founding President, David Lynch Foundation (davidlynchfoundation.org)—an organization dedicated to bringing the benefits of meditation to underserved communities around the world
Founding Director, Institute of Science, Technology and Public Policy (ISTPP) – a leading think tank addressing healthcare, education, sustainability, and crime prevention
Works with Nobel laureates and leading scientists worldwide.
2000 U.S. Presidential Nominee of the Reform Party and the Natural Law Party, a political party dedicated to evidence-based, sustainable, prevention-oriented solutions. Under his leadership, the NLP achieved “major party” status from the Federal Election Commission and qualified for federal matching funds, fielding over 400 candidates nationwide in 1996 and receiving 2.5M+ votes.
Organizer of the Congressional Prevention Coalition in Washington, D.C., a bipartisan caucus exploring prevention-oriented policy solutions in healthcare, crime, and the environment
Featured speaker at global platforms, including the Nobel Peace Laureates Summit (2024, Monterrey, Mexico).
Media appearances include ABC’s Nightline, NBC’s Meet the Press, and CNN’s Larry King Live.
Featured in The Washington Post, The New York Times, The Wall Street Journal, USA Today, Los Angeles Times, and San Francisco Chronicle.
Dr. John Hagelin is a world-renowned quantum physicist, educator, author, and leading proponent of peace.
Dr. Hagelin received his A.B. summa cum laude from Dartmouth College and his Ph.D. from Harvard University. He conducted pioneering research at CERN (the European Center for Particle Physics) and the Stanford Linear Accelerator Center. His articles on particle astrophysics, grand unification, supersymmetry and cosmology include some of the most cited references in the physical sciences.
Dr. Hagelin has spent much of the past quarter century leading a scientific investigation into the foundations of human consciousness. He is a leading authority on the effects of meditation and brain development, on higher states of human consciousness, and the use of collective meditation to defuse acute societal stress, to reduce associated crime and violence, and to promote societal peace.
Dr. Hagelin is President Emeritus and Distinguished Professor of Physics at Maharishi International University, the world’s flagship institution of Consciousness-Based education.
He is the International President of the Global Union of Scientists for Peace (GUSP.org)—an organization of Nobel laureates and leading scientists dedicated to nuclear disarmament and evidence-based solutions to crime, terrorism and social conflict.
In his book, Manual for a Perfect Government, Dr. Hagelin shows how, through educational programs that develop human consciousness, it is possible to address acute societal problems and enhance governmental achievements.
He was the 2000 US Presidential nominee of the Reform Party and Natural Law Party, a political party dedicated to evidence-based, sustainable, prevention-oriented solutions.
Dr. Hagelin’s frequent media appearances have included ABC’s Nightline, NBC’s Meet the Press, and CNN’s Larry King Live! He has been featured in the Washington Post, the New York Times, the Wall Street Journal, and other major newspapers.
