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This review highlights France's pivotal role in the study of light polarization, tracing its evolution through key scientists' contributions to stereochemistry and molecular chirality research.

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  • Focus on the impact of these scientists' work on contemporary research groups.

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    • Identified a continuous thread of French contributions to light polarization research from the early 19th century.
    • Demonstrated the influence of figures like Malus, Fresnel, Pasteur, and Aspect on stereochemistry and chirality.
    • Established a lineage connecting historical discoveries to modern research in optical phenomena.

    Conclusions:

    • The historical engagement of France with light polarization has profoundly shaped molecular science.
    • Understanding this history provides valuable context for ongoing research in stereochemistry and chirality.
    • The legacy of these scientists continues to inspire and inform current investigations into light-matter interactions.