Viral pathology is the study of the effects of viruses on the structure and function of cells and tissues in the body. This interdisciplinary field combines elements of virology, pathology, and molecular biology to understand how viruses cause disease and how the body responds to infection. Researchers in viral pathology study the mechanisms of viral replication, transmission, and pathogenesis, as well as the immune response to viral infections. This research is important for developing treatments and vaccines for viral diseases, as well as advancing our understanding of how viruses interact with and impact the human body.