Stimuli-Responsive Phenothiazine–Tetraphenylethylene Hybrid Luminogens: Mechano- and Piezochromic Properties with Anticancer Applications

Key Points

• This research aims to explore the mechanochromic and piezochromic properties of phenothiazine-tetraphenylethylene hybrid luminogens.
• Synthesize phenothiazine-tetraphenylethylene hybrid luminogens.
• Investigate changes in emission color and intensity under mechanical stimuli.
• Evaluate anticancer potential through biological assays.
• Hybrid luminogens show reversible color changes under mechanical stress.
• Significant enhancements in luminescent properties noted during grinding and pressing.
• Anticancer assays indicate potential efficacy against cancer cells.