Gun violence is a research area that focuses on the impact of firearms on individuals and society, including the causes, consequences, and prevention strategies related to gun-related incidents. This research may include analyzing patterns of gun violence, examining the effects of gun ownership laws and regulations, exploring the impact of gun violence on public health, and assessing the effectiveness of various interventions aimed at reducing gun violence. Gun violence research often involves interdisciplinary collaboration between fields such as public health, criminology, sociology, psychology, and policy analysis.