John Polanyi

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(chemist, researcher)
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BornJohn Charles Polanyi
1929-01-23
Berlin, Germany
NationalityHungarian, Canadian
Alma materUniversity of Manchester
InterestsArms control
Founded the Pugwash Conferences, attended the 1991 Bilderberg

Background

John Polanyi's uncle was Karl Polanyi, the economist and historian.

Activities

John Polanyi founded Canada's Pugwash group in 1960, and was the chairman for the group from its inception until 1978.

 

Event Participated in

EventStartEndLocation(s)Description
Bilderberg/19916 June 19919 June 1991Germany
Baden-Baden
Steigenberger Hotel Badischer Hof
The 39th Bilderberg, 114 guests
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