Mesoamerican Studies is an academic field that focuses on the history, culture, and societies of ancient civilizations in the Mesoamerican region, which includes parts of modern-day Mexico, Guatemala, Belize, Honduras, and El Salvador. This area is known for its rich cultural heritage, including the Maya and Aztec civilizations, which made significant contributions to art, architecture, mathematics, and astronomy. Researchers in Mesoamerican Studies examine various aspects of these societies, such as their languages, religious practices, and social structures. They often analyze archaeological findings, historical texts, and indigenous knowledge to gain insights into the lives of people who inhabited this region before European contact.