Light scattering theory and programs: Discussion of latest advances and open problems

Over the last decade many theories and computational tools have been developed to compute light scattering by particles, particles on plane surfaces and systems of particles. In this short discussion we look at the driving forces for the recent developments and at new concepts to determine if there are still open questions in the field of light scattering simulation.

► This is a review paper. ► In the field of light scattering computation many theoretical developments have been made over the last decade. ► Numerical modeling using light scattering theory will to serve as an indispensable tool for research.