Impact basins are large-scale geologic features on planetary bodies, typically formed by the impact of a meteorite or asteroid. These basins are characterized by a central peak or peak ring, a raised rim, and concentric rings or structural features that are the result of the extreme forces of the impact event. Research in impact basins focuses on understanding the processes involved in their formation, their geometry and morphology, and their influence on the geology and evolution of planetary bodies. Scientists study impact basins to better understand the history of impacts on a planetary surface, the effects of impact events on the surrounding environment, and the potential role of impacts in shaping the evolution of planetary bodies. By studying impact basins, researchers can gain insights into the geological history of planets and moons, the distribution and frequency of impact events in the solar system, and the potential implications for the evolution of life on Earth and other planetary bodies.