Indeed, I would feel that an appreciation of the arts in a conscious, disciplined way might help one to do science better.

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The quote suggests that studying the arts, such as painting, music, or literature, in a focused and dedicated way can actually help someone become better at doing science. The idea is that the creative and analytical skills needed for the arts can also be useful when working on scientific problems or experiments.

About Subrahmanyan Chandrasekhar

Subrahmanyan Chandrasekhar was an Indian-American theoretical physicist who made significant contributions to our understanding of stellar structure, evolution, and black holes. He was awarded the 1983 Nobel Prize in Physics for his groundbreaking work, and many concepts and institutions are named after him, including the Chandrasekhar limit and the Chandra X-Ray Observatory.

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