A naphthalimide-based solid state luminescent probe for ratiometric detection of aluminum ions: in vitro and in vivo applications

Abstract

A naphthalimide-based fluorescent probe 4 has been designed and synthesized that detects Al³⁺ ions in solution, solid state and in biological systems, including cells, tissues and nematodes. Further, a portable kit has been developed using probe 4 for the on-site detection of Al³⁺ ions.