iMatrix-511 SILK is a highly purified and refined laminin-511 E8 fragments, produced in Silkworms.
iMatrix-511 SILK features make it an ideal matrix for pluripotent stem cell culture:
Laminin is localized to the basement membrane and plays a key role in cell adhesion and proliferation. Laminin-511 (α5, β1 laminin) binds to integrin α6β1 to promote cell signaling. Laminin-511 provides an ideal matrix for the proliferation of a wide variety of cell types including stem and iPS cells.
iMatrix-511 SILK is functionally equivalent to iMatrix-511 (Cat. No. NP892-011). The only difference is the expression system used for bioproduction. The iMatrix-511 SILK product is produced in recombinant silkworm cocoon, while iMatrix-511 is produced in CHO-S cells. Both are E8 fragments that have been purified using the same processes.
Product Name
iMatrix-511 SILK Stem Cell Culture Substrate
Catalog Number
NP892-021
Size
Molecular Weight
150 kDa
Purity
>95% pure
Formulation
Purified Laminin-511 E8 proteolytic fragment
Storage and Stability
Store at 4 °C and protect from light exposure. Stable for 2 years from the manufacturing date.
Concentration
500 µg/mL
Source
Silkworms
Quality Control
Integrin binding Kd < 10 nM
Sterility
Sterile
Notice To Purchaser
REPROCELL is a licensed distributor of Matrixome cell culture substrates to the global market.
Recommended Usage
iMatrix-511-SILK is suitable for use as a substrate for the culture of various cell types, including ES/iPS cells.
Manufacturer
Matrixome Corporation (Japan)