Fluorescent compounds
US9097667B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Dec 12, 2008 |
| Grant date | Aug 4, 2015 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Apr 22, 2029 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC G)Physics
- CPC primaryG01N2021/6439
- WIPO fieldMeasurement
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
The present invention relates to fluorescent dyes. The present invention provides a wide range of fluorescent dyes and kits containing the same, which are applicable for labeling a variety of biomolecules, cells and microorganisms. In one aspect, the invention provides a compound having a maximal fluorescence excitation wavelength, wherein the compound has a structure of Formula II:F—Y=Ψ Formula IIand wherein Z— is a counterion, Y is a bridge unit permitting electron delocalization between F and Ψ, and F is a moiety having the structure:The present invention also provides various methods of using the fluorescent dyes for research and development, forensic identification, environmental studies, diagnosis, prognosis, and/or treatment of disease conditions.
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