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James Watson

James Watson

SCIENTIST Born: Apr 9, 1928

KNOWN FOR

His discovery of DNA’s structure, the double helix, revolutionized human understanding of how life works.

AMERICAN MASTERS FILM

Decoding Watson (Jan 2019)Directed by Mark Mannucci

Written Features

DNA: The Greatest Story Ever Told

Video Features

Decoding Watson -- American Masters: Decoding Watson Trailer
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Decoding Watson
American Masters: Decoding Watson Trailer
Decoding Watson
DNA Discoveries Explained
Decoding Watson
James Watson biographical timeline

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