Abstract
We report the synthesis, linear and nonlinear spectroscopy of the paracyclophane-based two-photon absorption (TPA) fluorophores. Two-photon induced fluorescence (TPIF) measurements in water show a substantial decrease in TPA cross section () and fluorescence quantum yield (), relative to toluene. We note that to obtain optimum two-photon action cross sections () in water, one needs to fine tune the intramolecular charge transfer (ICT). Microenvironment modulation using the micellar structure in water increases values similar to those obtained in toluene. The measured values in water are the highest among reported so far, suggesting important guidelines for designing of optimized TPIF molecular-labels.
Original language | English |
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Pages (from-to) | 928-933 |
Number of pages | 6 |
Journal | Molecular Crystals and Liquid Crystals |
Volume | 485 |
DOIs | |
Publication status | Published - 2008 |
Externally published | Yes |
Bibliographical note
Funding Information:This work was supported by the Korea Research Foundation Grant funded by the Korean Government (MOEHRD, Basic Research Promotion Fund) (KRF-2006-331-D00139).
Keywords
- Bioimaging
- Paracyclophane
- TPA molecular label
- Two-photon absorption
ASJC Scopus subject areas
- General Chemistry
- General Materials Science
- Condensed Matter Physics