Latency in the context of research refers to the delay or time lag that occurs between the initiation of a process or application and the response or output produced. This delay can be caused by various factors such as network congestion, processing speed, or hardware limitations. Researchers often study latency to better understand the performance of systems or technologies, and to identify ways to minimize delays and improve efficiency. Reducing latency is important in various fields such as computer science, telecommunications, and human-computer interaction.