“…Stimuli-responsive materials with different π-conjugated structures have evolved as new-generation functional materials due to their intriguing optoelectronic properties and their subtle tunability. , Among the π-conjugated molecular systems, cyanostilbene-based assemblies are the most promising candidates for various optoelectronic applications owing to their aggregation-induced enhanced emission properties (AIEE). − Literature shows that the cyanostilbene derivatives are employed as multifunctional building blocks for various applications such as organic solar cells, organic field effect transistors, organic light-emitting diodes, liquid crystal displays, bioimaging, sensing, etc. ,− In addition, the cyanostilbene systems are well explored for the response to multiple stimuli such as pressure, temperature, light, solvent, and pH. ,− …”