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  • Biomedical engineering
  • Analytical chemistry

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  • Microenvironmental parameters (hypoxia, pH, polarity, viscosity, temperature) are crucial for molecular behavior.
  • Abnormal microenvironmental changes are linked to cellular dysfunction and severe diseases like cancer and diabetes.
  • Phosphorescent iridium(III) complexes offer unique properties for sensing these parameters.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To review recent advancements in iridium-based probes for sensing biological microenvironments.
  • To highlight the diagnostic and therapeutic potential of these probes for diseases such as cancer and diabetes.

Main Methods:

  • Design and synthesis of phosphorescent iridium(III) complexes.
  • Characterization of probe photophysical properties.
  • Application of probes in biological systems to monitor microenvironmental parameters.

Main Results:

  • Iridium(III) complexes exhibit high photostability and long emission lifetimes.
  • These complexes show environment-sensitive emission profiles, enabling detection of microenvironmental changes.
  • Demonstrated utility in diagnosing and potentially treating diseases like cancer and diabetes.

Conclusions:

  • Iridium(III) complexes are promising tools for probing biological microenvironments.
  • These probes facilitate early disease diagnosis and personalized treatment strategies.
  • Further development holds potential for significant clinical impact in oncology and diabetology.