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Francis Crick: Discoverer of the Genetic Code (Eminent Lives)

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James D. Watson is one of the most important scientists of the 20th century. His discovery of the structure of DNA, along with Francis Crick, revolutionized our understanding of life and laid the foundation for the field of molecular biology. Discoverer Of The Genetic Code Eminent Lives by Horace Freeland Judson is a biography of Watson that tells the story of his life and work.

The book begins with Watson's childhood in Chicago. He was a bright and curious child, and he developed a passion for science at an early age. He attended the University of Chicago, where he studied physics and mathematics. After graduating, he went to the Cavendish Laboratory in Cambridge, England, to study for a PhD in biophysics.

At the Cavendish, Watson met Crick, and together they began working on the structure of DNA. DNA is the molecule that carries genetic information, and it is essential for all life. Watson and Crick used X-ray crystallography to determine the structure of DNA, and their discovery was one of the most important scientific breakthroughs of the 20th century.

Watson and Crick's discovery had a profound impact on our understanding of life. It showed that DNA is a double helix, and it revealed the genetic code that determines the characteristics of all living things. This knowledge has led to new treatments for diseases, and it has helped us to understand the evolution of life on Earth.

Discoverer Of The Genetic Code Eminent Lives is a fascinating and inspiring biography of one of the most important scientists of the 20th century. Watson's story is a reminder of the power of science to change the world, and it is a testament to the human spirit of curiosity and discovery.

About the Author

Horace Freeland Judson is a science writer and historian. He has written extensively about the history of molecular biology, and he is the author of several books, including The Eighth Day of Creation: Makers of the Revolution in Biology and The Great Betrayal: Fraud in Science.

Reviews

"Discoverer Of The Genetic Code Eminent Lives is a masterful biography of one of the most important scientists of the 20th century. Judson tells Watson's story with great clarity and detail, and he provides a fascinating account of the discovery of the structure of DNA. This book is a must-read for anyone interested in the history of science or the life of James D. Watson." - The New York Times

"Horace Freeland Judson has written a brilliant and insightful biography of James D. Watson. Discoverer Of The Genetic Code Eminent Lives is a fascinating and inspiring account of one of the most important scientific discoveries of the 20th century. This book is a must-read for anyone interested in science or the history of ideas." - The Washington Post

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