An anthracene-based molecular rotor as a theranostic agent for viscosity sensing and imaging-guided photodynamic therapy

Journal of Materials Chemistry B 2026

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Authors: Ailada Jantasin, Supranee Watpathomsub, Thitima Pewklang, Tunyawat Khrootkaew, Sirimongkon Aryamueang, Bongkot Uengwanarat, Kantapat Chansaenpak, Mongkol Sukwattanasinitt, Anyanee Kamkaew
DOI: 10.1039/d5tb02822a
Cited by: 1
References: 53

Abstract

values as low as 0.39 µM, while maintaining excellent dark biocompatibility. This work establishes π-extension engineering as an effective materials design strategy to integrate environmental responsiveness and photodynamic activity within a single NIR cyanine platform for cancer theranostics.

Fields of Study & Subjects

Molecular Sensors and Ion Detection Luminescence and Fluorescent Materials Nanoplatforms for cancer theranostics

Publication details

Journal / source
Journal of Materials Chemistry B
Publisher
Royal Society of Chemistry (RSC)
Volume
14
Issue
10
Pages
3300–3315
Publication date
1 January 2026
Language
EN