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Main Authors: Kocheril, Philip A., Leighton, Ryan E., Naji, Noor, Lee, Dongkwan, Wang, Haomin, Du, Jiajun, Wei, Lu
Format: Preprint
Published: 2026
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Online Access:https://arxiv.org/abs/2601.11902
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  • Vibrational-encoded fluorescence spectro-microscopies are emerging as powerful tools for studying molecular vibrations with the unparalleled sensitivity of fluorescence spectroscopy. We recently described one such technique, termed bond-selective fluorescence-detected infrared-excited (BonFIRE) spectro-microscopy. Currently, prospects of BonFIRE towards rational molecular design are limited, but they have the potential to be assisted by computational tools. In this Perspective, we provide a brief overview of the theory of BonFIRE spectroscopy. We then describe a fully automated computational pipeline for calculating BonFIRE spectra, reproducing key features of experimental results. Finally, we highlight a few potential applications of computational methods for vibrational-encoded fluorescence spectro-microscopies and their broader implications for chemistry and biology.