1. Home
  2. / James D. Watson
  3. / What controversial comments led to James Watson's resignation from Cold Spring Harbor Laboratory?

What controversial comments led to James Watson's resignation from Cold Spring Harbor Laboratory?

  • Comments on Genetic Link between Intelligence and Race

  • Comments on the Human Genome Project

  • Comments on the Structure of DNA

  • Comments on Cancer Research

Answer

James Watson resigned from his position as chancellor of Cold Spring Harbor Laboratory in 2007 after making controversial comments claiming that there is a genetic link between intelligence and race.
The Watson Chronicles: Exploring the Life and Achievements of James Watson

The Watson Chronicles: Exploring the Life and Achievements of James Watson

Take the James D. Watson Quiz
Subscribe newsletter

Subscribe Now!

Learn something
new everyday

Playing quizzes is free! We send 1 quiz every week to your inbox