New York: A towering figure in the scientific world, the Nobel Prize-winning American scientist James Watson has passed away at the age of 97. He was a central figure in the team that uncovered the revolutionary double-helix structure of DNA, fundamentally transforming the field of genetics.
According to American media reports, James Watson, who was honoured with the Nobel Prize for his work on the structure of DNA, died following a long illness. His death was officially confirmed by a spokesperson for the Cold Spring Harbor Laboratory, where he conducted significant research for many years.
In an interview before his death, James Watson had articulated his life’s mission, stating, “He wanted to do something important in his life. He was in pursuit of truth, and that was the purpose of his life.”
Watson received the Nobel Prize in 1962. This award recognized the monumental discovery he made in 1953, jointly with Francis Crick and Maurice Wilkins, detailing the intricate double-helix structure of DNA. Their consequential research was first published in the renowned journal ‘Nature’ and is considered one of the most critical breakthroughs in the history of molecular biology. His passing marks the end of a golden era for modern biology.
