8-arm-PEG-GAA

8-arm-PEG-GAA - Names and Identifiers

Name	8-arm-PEG-GAA
Synonyms	8-Arm PEG-GAA 8-arm-PEG-GAA 8-Arm PEG-Glutaramide Acid

8-arm-PEG-GAA - Physico-chemical Properties

Storage Condition

-20℃

8-arm-PEG-GAA - Introduction

8-arm-PEG-GAA(8-arm-PEG-GAA) is a polymer consisting of eight polyethylene glycol (PEG) molecules linked to a glutaric acid amide (GAA) molecule. Its molecular structure presents eight branches, so it can build a complex three-dimensional network structure.

8-arm-PEG-GAA has the following properties:
1. highly soluble: in water and organic solvents have good solubility.
2. Biocompatibility: The compound has good biocompatibility and is commonly used in drug delivery, tissue engineering and preparation of biological materials in the field of medicine.
3. High molecular weight: It has a high molecular weight, which is conducive to the formation of stable multifunctional nanoparticles or aggregates.

The main uses of 8-arm-PEG-GAA include:
1. Drug delivery system: It can be used as a drug carrier to wrap the drug inside the polymer, improve the solubility and stability of the drug, and realize the controlled release of the drug.
2. tissue engineering: can be used as a scaffold material for tissue engineering repair and regeneration.
3. Biomaterials: It can be used in the field of materials science to construct complex nanofiber networks and multifunctional composites.

8-arm-PEG-GAA is generally prepared by chemical synthesis. Specifically, first, glutaric acid amide and PEG are reacted to form a polymer precursor with a protecting group, and then the final product 8-arm-PEG-GAA can be obtained by deprotecting the group.

Regarding safety information, when 8-arm-PEG-GAA is used under laboratory conditions, attention should be paid to proper laboratory safety procedures to avoid contact with skin, eyes and inhalation. At the same time, it is necessary to follow the correct handling and storage methods of chemicals, avoid mixing with other substances or exposure to the fire source. In addition, for the use of the compound in the field of biomedicine, biocompatibility and toxicology evaluation are also required to ensure its safe use.

Last Update：2024-04-09 21:11:58