Asteroid impact research focuses on studying the potential threats posed by asteroids colliding with Earth. Scientists in this field investigate the frequency of impacts, the characteristics of different types of asteroids, and the potential consequences of a collision, such as damage to infrastructure, loss of life, and environmental impacts. Researchers also develop strategies for detecting and tracking asteroids, as well as techniques for deflecting or mitigating the effects of a potential impact. This area of research is critical for understanding and ultimately preventing catastrophic events that could result from asteroid impacts.