Enhanced ROS generation in AIE-active iridium( <scp>iii</scp> ) photosensitizers by cationization engineering for advanced photodynamic therapy
Shanshan Huang, Yuancheng Li, Xiaohan Xie, Jialin Tong, Guo‐Gang Shan, Chao Qin, Xiyan Xiao, Qianruo Wang, Yuanyuan Li, Hualei Wang
Abstract
A simple cationization strategy is demonstrated to simultaneously enhance the AIE activity and ROS production capability of Ir( iii )-based photosensitizers.
Topics & Concepts
Photodynamic therapyIridiumPhotosensitizerChemistryPhotochemistryOrganic chemistryCatalysisNanoplatforms for cancer theranosticsLuminescence Properties of Advanced MaterialsLanthanide and Transition Metal Complexes