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Academic Achievements (1952-1974)
John Polkinghorne earned his bachelors degree in mathematics in 1952, masters degree in 1955, and doctorate in quantum field theory from Trinity college, Cambridge. He later earned an additional doctorate in Theoretical elementary particle physics from Trinity college in 1974. -
Templeton Prize Recipient
John Polkinghorne was awarded the Templeton prize in 2002. The Templeton prize is awarded annually to a living person who has contributed to affirming life’s spiritual dimension, through insight, discovery, or practical work.