Hyaluronic Acid Methacrylate (HAMA), MW 100K is a methacrylate-functionalized derivative of hyaluronic acid while its lower molecular weight specifically supports convenient processing, while reactive methacrylate groups enable photocrosslinking for hydrogel and biomaterial development.
Key Features and Benefits
- Methacrylate Functionalization: Provides reactive methacrylate groups for light-initiated crosslinking and hydrogel formation.
- MW 100K: Offers lower molecular weight for convenient processing and flexible hydrogel formulation.
- Photocrosslinkable: Forms crosslinked hydrogels with a suitable photoinitiator and light source.
- HA-Based Material: Retains the hydrophilic polysaccharide backbone of hyaluronic acid.
- Tunable Hydrogels: Allows adjustment of hydrogel properties specifically through polymer concentration and crosslinking conditions.
- Versatile Platform: Supports a wide range of hydrogel, cell culture, and biomaterial applications.
Applications
- Hydrogel Formation: Creates crosslinked HA-based networks for biomaterial research.
- Tissue Engineering: Supports development of hydrated scaffolds and extracellular matrix-mimicking materials.
- 3D Cell Culture: Provides hydrogel matrices for three-dimensional cell culture studies.
- Bioprinting: Supports formulation of photocrosslinkable bioinks and printable hydrogel systems.
- Drug Delivery: Enables development of hydrogel matrices for localized and controlled-release research.
Storage and Handling
- Storage: Store at –20 °C in a fully sealed container under dry and dark conditions.
- Handling: Protect from moisture, light, and excessive heat to preserve methacrylate functionality and polymer performance.
Hyaluronic Acid Methacrylate (HAMA), MW 100K combines lower-molecular-weight hyaluronic acid with photocrosslinkable methacrylate groups while it specifically supports tunable hydrogels, bioprinting, 3D cell culture, drug delivery, and advanced biomaterial development.
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