This is the 1003rd most frequent Japanese word.
近年
"Recent years."
近年 is used to refer to 'recent years' and serves as the time frame for the statement.
近年、日本ではテクノロジーの進歩が著しい。
In recent years, Japan has seen significant advancements in technology.
近年 modifies 'data' to indicate that the information is from recent years.
近年のデータによれば、気候変動の影響が増大している。
According to recent data, the impact of climate change is increasing.
近年 is used to set the time context of 'recent years' for the increased interest described.