Construction and application of a NIR benzothianone-based ratiometric fluorescent probe for visual detection of Hg2+ in biological systems and water samples
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Abstract
Background
Mercury ions, a toxic heavy metal, pose a significant threat to environmental health, leading to pollution and accumulation in living organisms.
Results
In this study, we have developed a novel ratiometric near-infrared fluorescent probe for the detection of Hg2+. The probe TM-ND-Hg demonstrated a remarkable Stokes shift (358 nm), a rapid response time (within 1 min), excellent selectivity, stability, and ratiometric fluorescence changes from green to red. Moreover, the probe enabled the portable detection of Hg2+ through color recognition software, which can discern color alterations.
Significance
The probe has been successfully applied to monitor Hg2+ in living A549 cells, zebrafish, and real water samples, showcasing its potential for environmental and biological monitoring.
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