Abstract The synthesis of photoactive arrays consisting of Bodipy scaffoldings is described. The synthetic strategy involved first the construction of functionalised modules, then the use of specific Knoevenagel reactions. Boron-protection is required to avoid self-condensation. Comparison of thienylBodipy dyes with their phenyl analogues showed them to be both less chemically stable and more weakly fluorescent. In the multichromophoric species, efficient ...
