Asteroid sample return is a research area focused on collecting samples from asteroids and returning them to Earth for further study. This research is important because asteroids are believed to contain valuable information about the early solar system and the formation of planets. By studying asteroid samples, scientists can learn more about the composition of these celestial bodies, as well as their potential role in the origins of life on Earth. Additionally, asteroid sample return missions can provide valuable insights into the potential resources that asteroids may offer for future space exploration and exploitation.