Hyaluronic Acid Methacrylate (HAMA), MW 1000K is a methacrylate-functionalized derivative of high molecular weight hyaluronic acid and specifically combines a hydrophilic HA backbone with polymerizable methacrylate groups for crosslinking, hydrogel formation, and biomaterial research.
Key Features and Benefits
- Hyaluronic Acid Backbone: Features a hydrophilic polysaccharide backbone based on hyaluronic acid.
- High Molecular Weight: The 1000K molecular weight provides a high molecular weight HA platform for hydrogel and biomaterial studies.
- Methacrylate Functionality: Introduces polymerizable methacrylate groups onto the HA backbone for crosslinking and network formation.
- Crosslinking Capability: Methacrylate groups specifically support radical-mediated crosslinking under suitable reaction conditions.
- Photocrosslinking Potential: Supports light-initiated crosslinking when combined with a compatible photoinitiator and irradiation system.
- Hydrophilic Character: The HA backbone specifically provides strong hydrophilic character and supports highly hydrated polymer networks.
- Anionic Character: Hyaluronic acid specifically carries negative charge under suitable pH conditions and can interact with compatible materials.
- Functional Biomaterial Platform: Combines high molecular weight HA with polymerizable groups for preparing functional networks and hydrogels.
Applications
- Hydrogel Formation: Supports preparation of crosslinked HA-based hydrogels and hydrated polymer networks.
- Photocrosslinking Research: Enables light-mediated network formation using compatible photoinitiators and irradiation conditions.
- Polymer Crosslinking: Methacrylate groups support radical polymerization and crosslinking with compatible functional materials.
- 3D Biomaterial Research: Supports development of three-dimensional HA-based polymer networks and hydrogel systems.
- Tissue Engineering Research: Supports development of HA-based hydrogels, matrices, and scaffold materials for research applications.
- Cell Encapsulation Research: Enables development of crosslinked HA matrices for compatible cell-based biomaterial studies.
- Composite Hydrogel Development: Supports incorporation into multicomponent hydrogel systems with compatible polymers and crosslinkers.
- Biomaterial Research: Supports development of functional HA hydrogels, polymer networks, matrices, and related biomaterials.
Storage and Handling
- Storage: Store at –20 °C in a tightly sealed container under dry conditions and protected from light.
- Handling: Protect from moisture, excessive heat, and prolonged light exposure. Allow the material to reach room temperature before opening.
Hyaluronic Acid Methacrylate (HAMA), MW 1000K combines high molecular weight hyaluronic acid with polymerizable methacrylate functionality and specifically supports hydrogel formation, photocrosslinking, polymer network development, and biomaterial research.
AxisPharm offers 5000+ PEG Linkers with high purity. Different kinds of PEG Reagents may be available by custom synthesis.
