Trehalose, Dihydrate, is an inducer of autophagy, it protect cells against numerous environmental stresses. It is seldom used as a direct replacement for conventional sweeteners. Used as a cryoprotectant in a variety of cell freezing media.
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Applications
Trehalose, Dihydrate, is an inducer of autophagy, it protect cells against numerous environmental stresses. It is seldom used as a direct replacement for conventional sweeteners. Used as a cryoprotectant in a variety of cell freezing media.
Solubility
Soluble in water.
Notes
Store in cool, dry conditions in well sealed containers. Keep container tightly closed.
RUO – Research Use Only
General References:
- Anthony Kennedy, Edward Ross Pennington. Conservation of chemically degraded waterlogged wood with sugars. Studies in Conservation. 2014, 59, (3), 194-201.
- Crowe, L.M.; Reid, D.S.; Crowe, J.H. Is trehalose special for preserving dry biomaterials. Biophys J. 1996, 71, (4), 2087-2093.