Properties
Description
The research molecule vinylsulfone-PEG-mannose, also known as mannose-PEG-vinylsulfone, is formed by functionalizing mannose with a 5 kDa PEG tether bearing a vinylsulfone functionality. This structure integrates mannose's binding, PEG's solubility, and vinylsulfone's utility.
Molecular Weight
PEG: 5 kDa
Functional Group
Vinylsulfone
Form
Solid or viscous liquid
Impurities
No visible impurities to the naked eye.
Solubility
This product is soluble in most organic solvents, such as DCM, DMF, DMSO, and THF, and exhibits excellent solubility in water.
Applications
Mannose-PEG-vinylsulfone can be used to optimize dendritic cell activation thresholds through mannose valency studies.