Properties
Description
This research-grade (≥95% purity) bioconjugate combines the hydrophobic polymer polystyrene with fucoidan through a 550 Da PEG spacer, enabling investigations into the formation of self-assembled structures and surface coatings.
Molecular Weight
PEG 550 Da
Source
Chemical synthesis
Functional Group
Polystyrene
Solubility
Polystyrene-PEG-fucoidan is soluble in a wide range of organic solvents, such as DCM, DMF, and DMSO, and shows excellent solubility in water.
Identity
Confirmed by NMR.
Stability
The product is stable for 1 year when stored at the recommended temperature in powder.
Quality Level
Research grade
Applications
Research employs Polystyrene-PEG (550 Da)-fucoidan to investigate the thermodynamics of self-assembly, determining the critical micelle concentration and aggregation number influenced by the short PEG linker attached to the hydrophobic polystyrene block.
Storage
Store at -20°C, protect from light.