James Watson – the Nobel laureate co-credited with the discovery of DNA's double-helix structure, but whose reputation was tainted by his repeated racist remarks – has died aged 97.

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James Watson, who co-discovered the structure of DNA has died at age 97. He was a scientific superstar until he made racist ...

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

Edited by Lora Hooper, The University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center, Dallas, TX; received March 18, 2025; accepted August 4, 2025 ...