Thiazolothiazole composite materials and methods employing the same

Abstract

A composite material, comprising one or more thiazolothiazole (TTz) compounds and one or more matrix materials is described herein. In another aspect, a sensor comprising a composite material comprising one or more thiazolothiazole (TTz) compounds and one or more matrix materials is described herein. In an aspect, a method of sensing is provided, comprising providing a composite material, exposing the composite material to a fluid, and detecting the presence or absence of an analyte in the fluid. In another aspect, a method of detecting a temperature change is provided, the method comprising providing a composite material, exposing the composite material to a first temperature, exposing the composite material to a second temperature different from the first temperature, and detecting a change from the first temperature to the second temperature.

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