A dual-responsive smart probe for monitoring: Fluorescence imaging of HSO4− in zebrafish and colorimetric sensing of Cu2+ on visual test strips

Key Points

• Fluorescence imaging effectively monitors the presence of HSO4− in live zebrafish, enhancing detection methods.
• The developed probe facilitates colorimetric sensing of Cu2+ on visual test strips, offering a simple approach.
• Assessment using fluorescence and colorimetric methods shows promising results for analyzing aquatic environments.
• The dual-responsive nature of the probe may enable broader applications in environmental monitoring and safety.