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BODIPY FL PEG3-Azide

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BODIPY FL PEG3-Azide

Catalog Number	F01-0174
Category	BODIPY
Molecular Formula	C22H31BF2N6O4
Molecular Weight	492.33

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BODIPY FL PEG3-Azide is a green-fluorescent dye that is reactive with alkyne using the copper-catalyzed click reaction. BODIPY FL PEG3 dye is non-ionic, and relatively insensitive to environment and pH changes. The PEG-3 linker reduces interactions of the dye and the biomolecule to which it has reacted.

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Synonyms	EverFluor FL PEG3-Azide
Appearance	Solid Powder

Excitation	494
Emission	520

BODIPY FL PEG3-Azide, a fluorescent dye-conjugated compound, finds extensive applications in advanced biochemistry and molecular biology. Here are four key applications of BODIPY FL PEG3-Azide:

Fluorescent Labeling: Widely utilized for biomolecule labeling, BODIPY FL PEG3-Azide’s bright emission and stability make it a preferred choice. Researchers employ this compound to tag proteins, nucleic acids, and other macromolecules, enabling real-time visualization in live cells or fixed samples. This feature is pivotal for techniques like flow cytometry and fluorescence microscopy, facilitating in-depth cellular and molecular analysis.

Bioorthogonal Chemistry: The azide functional group in BODIPY FL PEG3-Azide compounds plays a crucial role in click chemistry reactions, offering a bioorthogonal strategy for selectively labeling desired molecules. This allows researchers to incorporate fluorescent tags into specific biomolecules within complex biological settings without disrupting native biochemical processes. Such applications are essential for studying biomolecular interactions and dynamics in living organisms.

Drug Delivery Studies: Utilized for tracing and studying cellular uptake and distribution of drug delivery systems, BODIPY FL PEG3-Azide aids in monitoring the localization and release of drugs within cells when conjugated to drug carriers. This enables researchers to optimize drug delivery platforms and comprehend their interactions with target cells through fluorescent imaging techniques.

Nanosensor Development: Leveraging the fluorescent properties of BODIPY FL PEG3-Azide, researchers utilize it in developing nanosensors for detecting various biological and chemical analytes. By attaching the dye to a responsive molecular framework, it can generate a fluorescent signal in response to specific stimuli or environmental changes. These nanosensors play a crucial role in real-time monitoring of cellular conditions and detection of small analyte concentrations with high sensitivity.