有机双光子线粒体内活性小分子荧光探针研究进展

线粒体在细胞的能量代谢中发挥着关键作用,其内部环境的微小变化会影响细胞的正常生命活动。同时线粒体内许多活性小分子在细胞的许多生理过程中也起着关键作用。因此,可视化监测线粒体自身及内部微环境的变化对于生命现象的研究和疾病的诊断与治疗具有非常重要的意义。荧光分析法因具有操作简便、灵敏度高、选择性好、实时检测以及损伤小等优点而得到了广泛的研究和应用。双光子荧光探针技术相对于单光子荧光技术具有长波吸收短波发射、高度的三维空间选择性、大的穿透深度、避免荧光漂白和光致毒以及降低组织自发荧光干扰等特点,在生命科学领域具有广阔的应用前景。该文介绍了有机双光子吸收基本原理以及有机双光子线粒体内活性小分子荧光探针的研究现状,同时对有机线粒体内活性小分子荧光探针今后的发展趋势进行了展望。     

生物小分子巯基化合物荧光探针研究进展

细胞内的小分子巯基化合物在诸多生理过程中扮演重要角色.分子荧光探针具有灵敏度高、选择性好、生物相容性好、实时原位监测等优点.因此,构建可以选择性检测巯基化合物的荧光探针具有重要的生物学和医学意义.根据荧光探针与巯基化合物的反应类型总结了近几年来小分子巯基化合物荧光探针的设计策略和研究进展.     

近红外荧光探针检测金属离子、小分子和生物大分子

荧光探针技术是近年来发展迅速的一种荧光分析方法,具有灵敏度高、选择性好、操作简便和响应迅速等特点,受到环境及生命科学领域的青睐.随着荧光探针技术的发展,近红外一区荧光探针由于具有发射波长长(600～ 900 nm)、对细胞损伤小、组织穿透性强和自发荧光背景低等优点,被广泛应用于细胞、组织等复杂生物体系中生物分子的检测、...     

手术导航用荧光探针

荧光成像技术因具有操作简便、分辨率高、安全性好且可实时成像等优势,在术中导航中具有广阔的应用前景.虽然目前还没有靶向荧光探针在临床上得到批准,但已经有相当一部分荧光探针进入了临床试验阶段.最早进入临床试验的是一些偶联肿瘤靶向配体的荧光染料,例如近红外菁染料(IRDye800CW)标记的肿瘤特异抗体,叶酸标记的异硫氰酸荧...     

Fluorescent Self-Threaded Peptide Probes for Biological Imaging

A general synthetic method creates a new class of covalently connected, self-threaded, fluorescent molecular probes with figure-eight topology, an encapsulated deep-red fluorophore, and two peripheral peptide loops. The globular molecular shape and rigidified peptide loops enhance imaging performance by promoting water solubility, eliminating probe self-aggregation, and increasing probe stability. Moreover, the peptide loops determine the affinity and selectivity for targets within complex biological samples such as cell culture, tissue histology slices, or living subjects. For example, a probe with cell-penetrating peptide loops targets the surface of cell plasma membranes, whereas, a probe with bone-targeting peptide loops selectively stains the skeleton within a living mouse. The unique combination of bright deep-red fluorescence, high stability, and predictable peptide-based targeting is ideal for photon intense fluorescence microscopy and biological imaging.     

Recent Progress of Small-Molecule Ratiometric Fluorescent Probes for Peroxynitrite in Biological Systems

Peroxynitrite (ONOO⁻) as a major reactive oxygen species plays important roles in cellular signal transduction and homeostatic regulation. Precise detection of ONOO⁻ in biological systems is vital for exploring its physiological and pathological function. Among numerous detection methods, fluorescence imaging technology using fluorescent probes offers some advantages, including simple operation, high sensitivity and selectivity, as well as real-time and nondestructive detection. In particular, ratiometric fluorescent probes, in which the built-in calibration of the two emission bands prevents interference from the biological environment, have been extensively employed to monitor the fluctuation of bioactive species. In this review, we will discuss small-molecule ratiometric fluorescent probes for ONOO⁻ in live cells or in vivo, which involves chemical structures, response mechanisms, and biological applications. Moreover, the challenges and future prospects of ONOO⁻-responsive ratiometric fluorescent probe are also proposed.     

Two‐Photon Fluorescent Probes for Metal Ions

Two‐photon microscopy (TPM) has become an indispensible tool in biology and medicine owing to the capability of imaging the intact tissue for a long period of time. To make it a versatile tool in biology, a variety of two‐photon probes for specific applications are needed. In this context, many research groups are developing two‐photon probes for various applications. In this Focus Review, we summarize recent results on model studies and selected examples of two‐photon probes that can detect intracellular free metal ions in live cells and tissues to provide a guideline for the design of useful two‐photon probes for various in vivo imaging applications.     

Versatile Fluorescent Probes for Imaging the Superoxide Anion in Living Cells and In Vivo

The superoxide anion (O₂^.?) is widely engaged in the regulation of cell functions and is thereby intimately associated with the onset and progression of many diseases. To ascertain the pathological roles of O₂^.? in related diseases, developing effective methods for monitoring O₂^.? in biological systems is essential. Fluorescence imaging is a powerful tool for monitoring bioactive molecules in cells and in vivo owing to its high sensitivity and high temporal‐spatial resolution. Therefore, increasing numbers of fluorescent imaging probes have been constructed to monitor O₂^.? inside live cells and small animals. In this minireview, we summarize the methods for design and application of O₂^.?‐responsive fluorescent probes. Moreover, we present the challenges for detecting O₂^.? and suggestions for constructing new fluorescent probes that can indicate the production sites and concentration changes in O₂^.? as well as O₂^.?‐associated active molecules in living cells and in vivo.     

Design and Applications of Small Molecular Probes for Calcium Detection

The physiological significance of calcium ions such as the role in cellular signalling, cell growth, etc. have driven the development of methods to detect and monitor the level of Ca²⁺ ions, both in vivo and in vitro. Although various approaches for the detection of calcium ions have been reported, methods based on small molecular fluorescent probes have unique advantages including small probe size, easy monitoring of detection processes and applicability in biological systems. In this review article, we will discuss the progress in the development of Ca²⁺‐binding fluorescent probes by taking into account the types of chelating groups that have been employed for Ca²⁺ binding.     

Asymmetric Rhodamine‐Based Fluorescent Probe for Multicolour In Vivo Imaging

To achieve rapid and sensitive detection of cancer, activatable fluorescent probes targeting proteases that are overexpressed in various types of cancer have been developed, based on the hydroxymethyl rhodamine green (HMRG) scaffold. However, to visualize altered activities of multiple enzymes in cancer sites, other scaffolds with distinct fluorescence properties from those of HMRG are needed. A novel asymmetrically modified rhodamine with suitable absorption/emission, brightness and equilibrium constant of intramolecular spirocyclization, working in the yellow/orange region, is introduced. As a proof of concept, a probe targeting γ‐glutamyl transpeptidase (gGlu‐HMJCR) was developed on the basis of the new scaffold. Simultaneous visualization and discrimination of tumours expressing γ‐glutamyl transpeptidase (with gGlu‐HMJCR) and cathepsins (with Z‐Phe‐Arg‐HMRG) by colour were achieved in a mouse model in vivo.     

细胞与活体中小分子荧光成像研究进展

本文根据检测活性小分子的类别,概要介绍了近年来分子荧光探针针对还原性活性小分子、氧化性活性小分子、金属离子以及p H的细胞与活体荧光成像研究进展。最后对细胞、活体内活性小分子荧光成像研究领域提出展望。引用文献75篇。     

Fluorescent Organic Small Molecule Probes for Bioimaging and Detection Applications

The activity levels of key substances (metal ions, reactive oxygen species, reactive nitrogen, biological small molecules, etc.) in organisms are closely related to intracellular redox reactions, disease occurrence and treatment, as well as drug absorption and distribution. Fluorescence imaging technology provides a visual tool for medicine, showing great potential in the fields of molecular biology, cellular immunology and oncology. In recent years, organic fluorescent probes have attracted much attention in the bioanalytical field. Among various organic fluorescent probes, fluorescent organic small molecule probes (FOSMPs) have become a research hotspot due to their excellent physicochemical properties, such as good photostability, high spatial and temporal resolution, as well as excellent biocompatibility. FOSMPs have proved to be suitable for in vivo bioimaging and detection. On the basis of the introduction of several primary fluorescence mechanisms, the latest progress of FOSMPs in the applications of bioimaging and detection is comprehensively reviewed. Following this, the preparation and application of fluorescent organic nanoparticles (FONPs) that are designed with FOSMPs as fluorophores are overviewed. Additionally, the prospects of FOSMPs in bioimaging and detection are discussed.     

用于一氧化氮检测的小分子荧光探针研究进展

生物小分子NO以其重要的生理学和病理学作用受到科学家们的广泛关注。高选择性、高灵敏度、低毒性NO分子荧光探针的设计和开发,在环境检测、食品安全及人体内NO检测等领域具有重要意义。本文以小分子荧光探针对NO的识别机制为主线,从唑环的形成、螺内酰胺开环、还原脱氨、二氢吡啶的芳构化、NO与金属络合物的反应、与非金属Se的反应和亚硝胺的形成出发,综述了近年来NO小分子荧光探针的研究进展。对NO探针设计及其识别性能研究方面的工作进行了总结,并讨论了NO荧光探针今后的设计思路和重点研究方向。     

Activatable Molecular Probes for Second Near-Infrared Fluorescence,Chemiluminescence, and Photoacoustic Imaging

Optical imaging plays a crucial role in biomedicine. However, due to strong light scattering and autofluorescence in biological tissue between 650–900 nm, conventional optical imaging often has a poor signal-to-background ratio and shallow penetration depth, which limits its ability in deep-tissue in vivo imaging. Second near-infrared fluorescence, chemiluminescence, and photoacoustic imaging modalities mitigate these issues by their respective advantages of minimized light scattering, eliminated external excitation, and ultrasound detection. To enable disease detection, activatable molecular probes (AMPs) with the ability to change their second near-infrared fluorescence, chemiluminescence, or photoacoustic signals in response to a biomarker have been developed. This Minireview summarizes the molecular design strategies, sensing mechanisms, and imaging applications of AMPs. The potential challenges and perspectives of AMPs in deep-tissue imaging are also discussed.     

基于小分子的汞离子荧光探针*

汞离子（Hg²⁺）作为一种极具生理毒性的化学物质,其检测方法在传感领域得到了广泛的研究。荧光探针由于具有高效灵敏、快速便捷检测等优点而成为Hg²⁺检测的重要手段之一。通过Hg²⁺与探针特征的结合位点作用,引起其光物理性质的变化,从而实现对Hg²⁺的高选择性识别。本文综述了近年来小分子Hg²⁺荧光探针的研究进展。文中着重总结了Hg²⁺荧光探针分子的设计原理、检测机制及应用方法;评述了这些化合物的结构和检测性能之间的关系;最后展望了Hg²⁺荧光探针的研究和发展方向。     

对生物环境因素敏感的荧光探针*

生物体中微环境的改变与许多生理、病理过程密切相关。因此,获取生物体系中局部环境信息、监控微环境的改变,对相关疾病的早期诊断与病理研究具有重要的意义。荧光探针由于具有分析灵敏度高、样品时空分辨能力强等特点,已在该方面获得了广泛的应用。根据不同的环境敏感性,本文简要评述对极性、pH、黏度及温度因素敏感的荧光探针及其在生命科学中应用的研究进展,包括我们实验室近年在该方面所取得的一些研究结果。     

A “Distorted‐BODIPY”‐Based Fluorescent Probe for Imaging of Cellular Viscosity in Live Cells

Cellular viscosity is a critical factor in governing diffusion‐mediated cellular processes and is linked to a number of diseases and pathologies. Fluorescent molecular rotors (FMRs) have recently been developed to determine viscosity in solutions or biological fluid. Herein, we report a “distorted‐BODIPY”‐based probe BV‐1 for cellular viscosity, which is different from the conventional “pure rotors”. In BV‐1 , the internal steric hindrance between the meso‐CHO group and the 1,7‐dimethyl group forced the boron–dipyrrin framework to be distorted, which mainly caused nonradiative deactivation in low‐viscosity environment. BV‐1 gave high sensitivity (x=0.62) together with stringent selectivity to viscosity, thus enabling viscosity mapping in live cells. Significantly, the increase of cytoplasmic viscosity during apoptosis was observed by BV‐1 in real time.     

Water‐Soluble Fluorescent Probes Based on Dendronized Polyfluorenes for Cell Imaging

Novel water‐soluble dendronized fluorescent polyfluorenes (DFPFs) are prepared from hydrophilic monomers and hydrophobic comonomers. Incomplete energy transfer is found to result in a two‐color emission of the DFPFs at around 410 and 650 nm. The incomplete energy transfer can be attributed to the poor compatibility between the fluorene and benzothiadiazole units. Polyethylene oxide (PEO) encapsulation of the DFPFs shows over 90% cell viability, indicating good biocompatibility. These DFPFs show differential cellular uptake. P1 with fewer PEO chains exhibits limited cellular membrane uptake and low brightness in cells. By contrast, P3 with more PEO chains is efficiently internalized by cells and accumulated in the cytoplasm. A strong fluorescence from whole cells is also observed.     

A Pyrene Derivative for Hg2+‐Selective Fluorescent Sensing and Its Application in In Vivo Imaging

An Hg²⁺‐selective fluorescent sensor ( 1 ) bearing pyrene as a fluorophore was synthesized. A sandwich‐stacking binding mode was formed during the binding process, which increased the excimer fluorescence 22‐fold at 490 nm. Compound 1 was successfully applied in in vivo imaging to trace the enrichment and distribution of mercury in the nervous system, digestive system, and reproductive system of Caenorhabditis elegans, as well as the organs of zebrafish.