US biochemist was responsible with the UK’s Francis Crick for 20th century’s most important biological discovery

Near the end of his life, he faced condemnation and professional censure for offensive remarks, including saying Black people are less intelligent than white people.

Watson's later years were marred by widespread condemnation after racist remarks

US biochemist was responsible with the UK’s Francis Crick for 20th century’s most important biological discovery

Scientist helped break new ground in study of genetics, but later caused outcry with promotion of racist ideas.