Crick and Watson (James Watson and Francis Crick)

James Watson and Francis Crick were scientists who, in 1953, discovered the double helix structure of DNA, the molecule that carries genetic information in living organisms. Their groundbreaking model explained how DNA replicates and how genetic traits are passed from one generation to another. This discovery was fundamental to understanding biology and genetics, influencing fields such as medicine, forensics, and evolutionary science. Watson and Crick's work culminated in a Nobel Prize in 1962, shared with Maurice Wilkins, recognizing their significant contribution to the life sciences and our understanding of heredity.