Hormone research is the study of chemicals produced by glands in the body that regulate various physiological functions such as growth, metabolism, and reproduction. These chemicals, known as hormones, act as signaling molecules in the body, traveling through the bloodstream to target tissues and organs to control and coordinate a wide range of processes. Hormone research involves studying the production, regulation, and effects of hormones on health and disease, as well as exploring potential therapeutic interventions to treat hormonal imbalances and disorders.