James Watson: Controversial discoverer of 'the secret of life'

James Watson and Francis Crick discovered the structure of DNA, a groundbreaking achievement in modern science. Their work revolutionized genetics and our understanding of heredity and cell function. Despite their Nobel Prize-winning success, Watson was known for controversial statements linking race to intelligence, among other divisive remarks. His later career was overshadowed by such controversies, impacting his reputation within the scientific community.