Take a step back and see 2025 through the optics lens (literally). The AZoOptics Year in Review wraps up the biggest stories, brightest trends, and most-clicked topics that lit up the world of optical science and photonics this year.
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From quantum computing and photonics to space tech, spectroscopy, and next-gen optical systems, this review zooms in on where reader curiosity peaked, and why these technologies are grabbing the spotlight. More than a recap, it’s a snapshot of how optics is quietly (and sometimes not so quietly) powering innovation across labs, industries, and beyond.
Peeking into 2026, we also glimpse into what’s next for the optics community, from fresh applications to shifting priorities. Whether you’re trend-tracking, content-planning, or just nerding out on photons, this Year in Review is your fast, thoughtful guide to a year that brought clarity, focus, and a little bit of sparkle to the field.
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