Pandemic effects research focuses on studying the various impacts that pandemics, such as the COVID-19 pandemic, have on individuals, communities, and societies. This research area examines the physical, mental, social, economic, and political consequences of pandemics, as well as how these effects vary across different populations and demographics. Researchers in this field may investigate the short-term and long-term effects of pandemics, as well as strategies for mitigating and addressing these impacts. Overall, pandemic effects research plays a crucial role in understanding and responding to the broader consequences of global health crises.