James Watson dies at 97: The DNA discoverer whose ‘Double Helix’ changed science forever

Molecular biologist James D. Watson, co-discoverer of DNA’s double-helix structure, has died at 97. His groundbreaking 1953 work, recognized with a Nobel Prize, revolutionized genetics and life sciences. Watson’s memoir, ‘The Double Helix,’ offered a candid, human look at scientific pursuit, though his legacy also includes later controversies. He leaves behind a complex, impactful scientific journey.