Used in organic synthesis as a fluorescent building block for the preparation of pyrene-based dyes and sensors. Its strong fluorescence and ability to intercalate into aromatic systems make it valuable in developing chemosensors for detecting metal ions and small molecules. Commonly employed in the fabrication of optoelectronic materials, including organic light-emitting diodes (OLEDs) and fluorescent probes for bioimaging. Also serves as a precursor in the synthesis of pyrene-containing polymers and supramolecular assemblies for use in material science and analytical chemistry.