Pore structure research involves the study of the physical characteristics and properties of the pores within materials such as rocks, soils, and membranes. Pores are tiny void spaces within a material that can vary in size, shape, and connectivity. Understanding the pore structure of a material is crucial in various scientific fields, including geology, environmental science, materials science, and engineering. Researchers study the size distribution, shape, connectivity, and tortuosity of pores to determine how fluids and gases move through a material, how much storage capacity it has, and how it interacts with its environment. Techniques such as microscopy, image analysis, and porosimetry are commonly used to analyze pore structure. The information obtained from pore structure research can be used to optimize processes in industries such as oil and gas extraction, groundwater remediation, and advanced materials manufacturing.