Visualization of O2/ATP cross-talk in living cells with a smart fluorescent nanoprobe

Abstract

Herein, we propose a dual-responsive fluorescent nanoprobe to visualize the cross-talk between O₂ and adenosine triphosphate (ATP) in living cells. We hope it will be a helpful tool for the further understanding of cellular metabolism and further facilitating risk warning in the process of adaptation to consistent environmental pressures in premalignant lesions.