James D. Watson, whose co-discovery of the twisted-ladder structure of DNA in 1953 helped light the long fuse on a revolution ...

James Watson’s work on the discovery of the double-helix structure of DNA led to a revolution in biology and genetics ...

This monumental scientific achievement occurred within a context of intense international collaboration, rapid technical ...

In his later years, Watson's reputation was tarnished by comments on genetics and race that led him to be ostracized by the ...

He helped to reveal the structure of life’s code, transformed science education and research, and remained a deeply controversial figure to the end.

The scientist leaves behind a complicated legacy after making a slew of offensive remarks during the later part of his life.

James Watson, a renowned molecular biologist and one of the Nobel Prize winners for discovering the structure of DNA, died ...

Sohini Ramachandran is a professor of biology, data science, and computer science at Brown University. C. Brandon Ogbunu is ...

James Watson, co-discoverer of DNA's double-helix structure, has died at 97. The Nobel Prize winner made the groundbreaking ...

Often celebrated as a pioneer of genetics alongside Francis Crick, racist and sexist remarks tarnished his reputation in ...

James Watson, who helped discover DNA’s double-helix structure, has died at the age of 97 following a brief illness.