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Circumstellar material refers to the dusty and gaseous material that surrounds a star, often in the form of a disk or shell. This material plays a crucial role in the formation and evolution of planetary systems and can provide valuable clues about the history and composition of a star. Studying circumstellar material can help researchers understand how planets form, how they interact with their parent star, and how they evolve over time. This research area is important for advancing our understanding of the origins of planetary systems and the processes that shape their development.