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In what year did James Watson earn his degree in zoology?
In what year did James Watson earn his degree in zoology?
Where did James Watson collaborate with Francis Crick on DNA research?
Where did James Watson collaborate with Francis Crick on DNA research?
When did James Watson and Francis Crick publish their landmark DNA paper?
When did James Watson and Francis Crick publish their landmark DNA paper?
What significant research role did James Watson hold after his work at Caltech?
What significant research role did James Watson hold after his work at Caltech?
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Which major scientific initiative did James Watson lead?
Which major scientific initiative did James Watson lead?
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Besides the double helix structure of DNA, what other significant contributions is James Watson known for?
Besides the double helix structure of DNA, what other significant contributions is James Watson known for?
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James Watson
James Watson
A US geneticist known for DNA structure discovery.
Double Helix
Double Helix
The twisted ladder structure of DNA discovered by Watson and Crick.
Nobel Prize 1962
Nobel Prize 1962
Awarded to Watson and Crick for their DNA discovery.
Human Genome Project
Human Genome Project
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Cavendish Laboratory
Cavendish Laboratory
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Zoology Degree
Zoology Degree
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Study Notes
James Watson's Life and Work
- James Watson, a US geneticist and biophysicist, launched a new era in biological research
- James Watson co-discovered the double helix structure of DNA
- Awarded a Nobel Prize for the seminal discovery of DNA structure
- Enrolled at the University of Chicago at age 15, earning a zoology degree in 1947 then a PhD in virology research in 1950.
- Worked at the Cavendish Laboratory in Cambridge, forming a partnership with Francis Crick
- Published groundbreaking work on DNA structure in 1953
- Became a professor of biology at Harvard in 1960
- Led the Human Genome Project in 1989, an international initiative to identify and map human genes
- Known for his key biological textbooks and leading molecular research centers.
Key Discoveries and Milestones
- Watson and Crick, in 1953, developed a model of DNA's double helix structure. This breakthrough was published and dramatically changed biological research.
- Watson's important work on virology research helped inform his DNA work, demonstrating his vital knowledge base
- Watson contributed significantly to the understanding of virus structure, furthering the knowledge base to aid in DNA investigations, demonstrating a connection between viruses and DNA.
Career Highlights
- Senior Research Fellow at Caltech (1953-1955)
- Moved to Harvard in 1956
- Became a professor of Biology
- Led the Human Genome Project in 1989
Watson's Quote
- "In science, there is only one answer and that has to be correct." (James Watson, 1987)
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Explore the groundbreaking achievements and milestones of James Watson, the co-discoverer of the DNA double helix structure. This quiz delves into his education, pivotal partnerships, and contributions to molecular biology, including the Human Genome Project.
