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Abstract
We discuss weak and strong localization of photons in disordered systems. In particular, we review the recent theoretical and experimental developments relating to the following phenomena: (i) the optical Anderson transition; (ii) weak localization and its effect on the optical diffusion constant; (iii) the coherent backscattered peak; (iv) multiply scattered speckle patterns and their similarity to universal conductance fluctuations; (v) ensemble average and time-scales for different systems (random solids versus random liquids); and (vi) dephasing time-contraction due to multiple scattering.