Aggregation-Induced Emissive Scintillators: A New Frontier for Radiation Detection and Imaging

• AIE materials exhibit high quantum efficiency and rapid response, significantly improving radiation detection sensitivity and reducing background noise. • The review covers recent progress in AIE scintillators for X-ray, γ-ray, and fast neutron detection, showcasing their versatility across radiation types. • AIE scintillators enable high-resolution imaging, offering a promising alternative to traditional inorganic and organic scintillators. • Key challenges include long-term stability, device integration, and adaptability to diverse radiation forms, which must be addressed for broader applications.