Time-resolved fluorescence

Time-resolved fluorescence is a technique that measures the time it takes for molecules to emit light after being excited by a light pulse. When molecules absorb energy, they become excited and then release that energy as fluorescent light over a specific period. By tracking the decay of this fluorescence signal over time, scientists can gather detailed information about molecular environments, interactions, and behaviors. This method helps in fields like medical diagnostics, biological research, and material science by providing insights into complex systems at a very precise timescale.