Used extensively as a laser dye in the blue-green spectrum, it is highly effective in tunable dye lasers due to its high quantum yield and stability. It is also utilized in fluorescence microscopy for staining and imaging biological samples, providing clear visualization under UV light. In the field of organic electronics, it serves as a light-emitting material in OLEDs, enhancing color purity and efficiency. Additionally, it finds application in solar cells as a sensitizer to improve light absorption and energy conversion. Its photophysical properties make it valuable in photodynamic therapy for targeted cancer treatment.