Fmoc-Ala-Ala-OH
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Fmoc-Ala-Ala-OH is a self-assembling fluorenylmethoxycarbonyl dipeptide, a small amphiphilic building block composed of a dipeptide linked to a fluorenylmethoxycarbonyl (Fmoc) group. Under conditions of pH < 4, Fmoc-Ala-Ala-OH spontaneously assembles to form a nanofiber network, constructing a hydrogel scaffold with a water content exceeding 99% (w/w). The fibers have a diameter of approximately 22 nm, matching the size of extracellular matrix (ECM) components. Fmoc-Ala-Ala-OH supports cell adhesion, proliferation, and maintains of cell phenotype. Fmoc-Ala-Ala-OH's function is to mimic the ECM, providing a 3D growth microenvironment for cells, and Fmoc-Ala-Ala-OH is primarily used in tissue engineering and 3D cell culture, particularly suitable for in vitro culture studies of cells such as chondrocytes[1].
For research use only. We do not sell to patients.
- Purity: 99.64%
- CAS No.: 87512-31-0
- Formula: C21H22N2O5
- Molecular Weight:382.41
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Storage:Powder -20°C, 3 years , 4°C, 2 years ; In solvent -80°C, 6 months , -20°C, 1 month
Biological Activity
Fmoc-Ala-Ala-OH is a self-assembling fluorenylmethoxycarbonyl dipeptide, primarily used as a biocompatible scaffold material for 3D cell culture. In vitro experiments typically use concentrations of 0.25-1.0% (w/v) (approximately 6.5-26 mM). The stock solution is usually dissolved in DMSO (final concentration <1% to avoid cytotoxicity), and it rapidly self-assembles into a nanofiber hydrogel at physiological pH (7.4). This hydrogel exhibits excellent biocompatibility with various cell types (chondrocytes, fibroblasts, mesenchymal stem cells, etc.), supporting cell survival, proliferation, and differentiation, making it an ideal material for tissue engineering and regenerative medicine research[1].
MedChemExpress (MCE) has not independently confirmed the accuracy of these methods. They are for reference only.
Chemical Information
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CAS No. 87512-31-0
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Appearance Solid
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Molecular Weight 382.41
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Formula C21H22N2O5
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Color White to off-white
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Shipping
Room temperature in continental US; may vary elsewhere.
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Storage
Powder -20°C 3 years 4°C 2 years In solvent -80°C 6 months -20°C 1 month
Solvent & Solubility
DMSO : 100 mg/mL (261.50 mM; Need ultrasonic; Hygroscopic DMSO has a significant impact on the solubility of product, please use newly opened DMSO)
Please refer to the solubility information to select the appropriate solvent. Once prepared, please aliquot and store the solution to prevent product inactivation from repeated freeze-thaw cycles.
Storage method and period of stock solution: -80°C, 6 months; -20°C, 1 month. When stored at -80°C, please use it within 6 months. When stored at -20°C, please use it within 1 month.
Please refer to the solubility information to select the appropriate solvent. Once prepared, please aliquot and store the solution to prevent product inactivation from repeated freeze-thaw cycles.
Storage method and period of stock solution: -80°C, 6 months; -20°C, 1 month. When stored at -80°C, please use it within 6 months. When stored at -20°C, please use it within 1 month.
Concentration (start) × Volume (start) = Concentration (final) × Volume (final)
Select the appropriate dissolution method based on your experimental animal and administration route.
- For the following dissolution methods, please ensure to first prepare a clear stock solution using an In Vitro approach and then sequentially add co-solvents:
- To ensure reliable experimental results, the clarified stock solution can be appropriately stored based on storage conditions. As for the working solution for In Vivo experiments, it is recommended to prepare freshly and use it on the same day.
- The percentages shown for the solvents indicate their volumetric ratio in the final prepared solution. If precipitation or phase separation occurs during preparation, heat and/or sonication can be used to aid dissolution.
Please enter the basic information of animal experiments:
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Recommended: Prepare an additional quantity of animals to account for potential losses during experiments.
Please enter your animal formula composition:
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%DMSO +
Recommended: Keep the proportion of DMSO in working solution below 2% if your animal is weak.
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+%Tween-80 + +
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%Saline +
The co-solvents required include: DMSO, . All of co-solvents are available by MedChemExpress (MCE). , Tween 80. All of co-solvents are available by MedChemExpress (MCE).
Working solution concentration: 0.22 mg/mL
Method for preparing stock solution: mg drug dissolved in μL DMSO. Stock solution concentration: mg/mL.
1. Take μL DMSO stock solution;
2. Add μL .
μL , mix evenly;
3. Then add μL Tween 80, mix evenly;
4. Then add μL
Please ensure that the stock solution in the first step is dissolved to a clear state, and add co-solvents in sequence. You can use ultrasonic heating (ultrasonic cleaner, recommended frequency 20-40 kHz), vortexing, etc. to assist dissolution.
Purity & Documentation
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Data Sheet (272 KB)
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SDS (396 KB)
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Handling Instructions (2659 KB)
References
Complete Stock Solution Preparation Table
Please refer to the solubility information to select the appropriate solvent. Once prepared, please aliquot and store the solution to prevent product inactivation from repeated freeze-thaw cycles.
Storage method and period of stock solution: -80°C, 6 months; -20°C, 1 month. When stored at -80°C, please use it within 6 months. When stored at -20°C, please use it within 1 month.
| Optional Solvent | Concentration Solvent Mass | 1 mg | 5 mg | 10 mg | 25 mg |
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| DMSO | 1 mM | 2.6150 mL | 13.0750 mL | 26.1499 mL | 65.3749 mL |
| 5 mM | 0.5230 mL | 2.6150 mL | 5.2300 mL | 13.0750 mL | |
| 10 mM | 0.2615 mL | 1.3075 mL | 2.6150 mL | 6.5375 mL | |
| 15 mM | 0.1743 mL | 0.8717 mL | 1.7433 mL | 4.3583 mL | |
| 20 mM | 0.1307 mL | 0.6537 mL | 1.3075 mL | 3.2687 mL | |
| 25 mM | 0.1046 mL | 0.5230 mL | 1.0460 mL | 2.6150 mL | |
| 30 mM | 0.0872 mL | 0.4358 mL | 0.8717 mL | 2.1792 mL | |
| 40 mM | 0.0654 mL | 0.3269 mL | 0.6537 mL | 1.6344 mL | |
| 50 mM | 0.0523 mL | 0.2615 mL | 0.5230 mL | 1.3075 mL | |
| 60 mM | 0.0436 mL | 0.2179 mL | 0.4358 mL | 1.0896 mL | |
| 80 mM | 0.0327 mL | 0.1634 mL | 0.3269 mL | 0.8172 mL | |
| 100 mM | 0.0261 mL | 0.1307 mL | 0.2615 mL | 0.6537 mL |