Hyaluronic Acid Methacrylate (HAMA), MW 500K is a methacrylate-functionalized derivative of hyaluronic acid while its photocrosslinkable groups also enable hydrogel formation for tissue engineering, 3D cell culture, bioprinting, drug delivery, and biomaterial research.
Key Features and Benefits
- Methacrylate Functionalization: Provides reactive methacrylate groups for light-initiated crosslinking and hydrogel formation.
- MW 500K: Offers high molecular weight for viscous solutions and stable hydrogel networks.
- Photocrosslinkable: Forms crosslinked hydrogels when combined 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 through polymer concentration and crosslinking conditions.
- Biomaterial Platform: Supports hydrated matrices that mimic key features of extracellular matrix environments.
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 500K combines hyaluronic acid with photocrosslinkable methacrylate groups. It specifically supports tunable hydrogels, tissue engineering, 3D cell culture, bioprinting, and advanced biomaterial development.
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