A coronagraphic research area focuses on developing and utilizing specialized instruments known as coronagraphs, which are used to block out the bright light of a star in order to study the faint objects in its vicinity, such as exoplanets or disks of dust and gas. The goal of coronagraphy is to improve our ability to detect and analyze these faint objects, ultimately leading to a better understanding of the formation and evolution of planetary systems. Coronagraphic research is often conducted in the field of astronomy and astrophysics.