Abstract
In recent years, luminogens with the feature of aggregation-induced emission (AIEgen) have emerged as advanced luminescent materials for fluorescent nanomaterial preparation. AIEgen-based nanomaterials show enhanced fluorescence efficiency and superior photostability, which thusly offer unique advantages in biological applications. In this review, we will summarize the fabrication methods of AIEgen-based nanomaterials and their applications in in vitro/in vivo imaging, cell tracing, photodynamic therapy and drug delivery, focusing on the recent progress.
Original language | English |
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Article number | 419 |
Journal | Molecules |
Volume | 23 |
Issue number | 2 |
DOIs | |
Publication status | Published - 1 Jan 2018 |
Keywords
- AIE
- Bioimaging
- Cell tracing
- Fluorescent nanomaterials
- Theranosis
ASJC Scopus subject areas
- Analytical Chemistry
- Chemistry (miscellaneous)
- Molecular Medicine
- Pharmaceutical Science
- Drug Discovery
- Physical and Theoretical Chemistry
- Organic Chemistry