A Ratiometric Fluorescence Nano pH Biosensor for Live-Cell Imaging Using Cerasome

The development of a robust and biocompatible pH-sensing platform is critical for monitoring intracellular processes and diagnosing diseases. Here, we present a smart ultrastable ratiometric fluorescence nano pH sensor based on silica-coated liposome nanoparticles (cerasome, 138.4 nm). The sensor integrates pH-sensitive dye, pyranine, within cerasome, achieving enhanced photostability, sensitivity, and biocompatibility. Its unique ratiometric design enables precise pH monitoring with minimal photobleaching and quenching, covering a linear detection range of pH 6.25–8.5. The hybrid nanoparticles exhibit high morphological stability, making them suitable for real-time intracellular pH measurement. This novel platform shows great promise for applications in cellular biology, disease diagnosis, and therapeutic monitoring, offering a versatile tool for biomedical research.