Watson and 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 work revealed how DNA is shaped like a twisted ladder, with pairs of bases (like rungs) that hold the two strands together. This discovery was crucial for understanding heredity, genetics, and molecular biology, laying the foundation for modern biology and medicine, including advancements in genetics, biotechnology, and the understanding of diseases. For their work, they received the Nobel Prize in Physiology or Medicine in 1962, alongside Maurice Wilkins.