Used primarily in advanced photodynamic therapy and as a photosensitizer in biomedical research due to its strong absorption of light in the visible range and ability to generate reactive oxygen species. Its nitrophenyl and carboxamide groups enhance cellular uptake and binding selectivity toward specific biomolecules, making it suitable for targeted therapeutic applications. Also investigated for use in organic optoelectronic devices, such as light-emitting diodes (OLEDs) and sensors, where its rigid anthracene backbone contributes to high thermal stability and efficient luminescence. Solubility in polar solvents allows for easy integration into aqueous-based biological systems and thin-film coatings.