8-Arm PLGA-SH, MW 20K is a biodegradable multi-arm PLGA polymer with eight thiol-functionalized arms and an approximate molecular weight of 20 kDa where its branched architecture specifically supports conjugation, crosslinking, drug delivery, and advanced biomaterial applications.
Key Features and Benefits
- 8-Arm Architecture: Provides a branched polymer structure with multiple functional arms
- Thiol Functionalization: Offers terminal sulfhydryl groups for selective conjugation and crosslinking
- MW 20K: Moderate molecular weight supports efficient processing and versatile formulation development
- Biodegradable: PLGA segments degrade into lactic acid and glycolic acid under physiological conditions
- Multivalent Platform: Multiple thiol groups specifically enable efficient crosslinking and multifunctional modification
Applications
- Bioconjugation: Thiol groups enable coupling with maleimides and other thiol-reactive molecules
- Drug Delivery: Supports biodegradable controlled and sustained-release carrier systems
- Crosslinking: Enables formation of crosslinked polymer networks and biodegradable matrices
- Hydrogels: Suitable for preparation of thiol-reactive and chemically crosslinked hydrogels
- Biomaterials: Used in scaffolds, coatings, nanoparticles, and tissue engineering research
Storage and Handling
- Storage: Store at –20 °C in a sealed, dry container, protected from air and moisture
- Handling: Minimize exposure to oxidizing conditions to reduce thiol oxidation and disulfide formation
8-Arm PLGA-SH, MW 20K combines a branched eight-arm architecture with terminal thiol functionality, specifically providing a versatile biodegradable platform for bioconjugation, crosslinking, drug delivery, and biomaterial development.
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