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This review surveys optics research and development across Swiss universities, institutes, and industries. It highlights the current landscape and historical context of optics in Switzerland.

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Area of Science:

Optics and Photonics

Background:

The Swiss Society for Optics sponsored a comprehensive review of optics in Switzerland.
A historical overview precedes the current state of optics research.

Purpose of the Study:

To survey the current state of optics research and development in Switzerland.
To cover contributions from academic, research, and industrial sectors.

Main Methods:

A comprehensive survey of optics activities was conducted.
Information was gathered from universities, research institutes, and industry.

Main Results:

The survey covers a broad spectrum of optics work in Switzerland.
Both historical and present-day optics endeavors are documented.

Conclusions:

The review provides a snapshot of the Swiss optics landscape.
It serves as a reference for ongoing and future optics initiatives in the region.