A thiazolothiazole based Cu2+ selective colorimetric and fluorescent sensor via unique radical formation

Abstract

A novel thiazolothiazole-based Cu2+ colorimetric and fluorescent sensor is reported. A highly selective colorimetric change from yellow to dark green was observed among various metal ions after adding Cu2+. Unique radical formation can engender these highly selective colorimetric and fluorescent changes. This journal is © The Royal Society of Chemistry.