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Synthesis of NIR Squaraine Probes Based on the Perimidine Heterocycle

Perimidine-based squaraine dyes have shown absorbance over 800 nm. Numerous squaraine dyes have been synthesized over the years, but they have not been able to utilize the entire NIR window. The use of 2,3-dihydro-1H-perimidines heterocycle has generated compelling results in optical properties. The larger conjugated heterocycle allows for a redshift in absorbance above 800 nm.