Domestication is the process by which humans have selectively bred wild plants and animals for desired traits over generations, in order to make them more suitable for human use and benefit. This process has been ongoing for thousands of years and has resulted in the development of many of the domesticated species that we rely on for food, clothing, and other resources today. Domestication has played a crucial role in shaping human societies and has had a significant impact on the environment, biodiversity, and global food systems. Research in the field of domestication seeks to understand the biological, ecological, and social processes involved in this complex phenomenon.