Research area infrastructures are physical, virtual, or digital resources that support and facilitate research activities within a specific field or discipline. These infrastructures can include laboratories, computing resources, data repositories, experimental facilities, and specialized equipment. They enable researchers to conduct experiments, analyze data, collaborate with colleagues, and disseminate their findings. Research area infrastructures play a crucial role in advancing scientific knowledge and innovation in various fields, such as biology, chemistry, physics, engineering, and social sciences. They are often funded and managed by government agencies, universities, research organizations, and industry partners to support research projects and initiatives.