Properties
Description
PCL(8k)-PEG(4k)-PCL(8k) is a biocompatible amphiphilic triblock polymer consists of a hydrophilic PEG block and two terminal hydrophobic polycaprolactone (PCL) blocks. The hydroxyl group enables further derivatization or replacement with other reactive functional groups.
Molecular Weight
PCL(8 kDa), PEG(4 kDa), PCL(8 kDa)
Identity
Confirmed by NMR.
Applications
PCL(8k)-PEG(4k)-PCL(8k) can be used for surface modification of biomedical materials to improve the interaction between the material and the organism by introducing specific bioactive or signaling molecules.