Visible-light photocurable chitosan
SVPC Ink
A fungal-derived structural bioink for cell-laden constructs and extended culture.
| Composition | Fungal-derived chitosan; animal-free |
|---|---|
| Material role | Structural bioink forming the printed construct |
| Printing methods | Extrusion, DLP and volumetric additive manufacturing (VAM) |
| Curing | Visible-light crosslinking without UV exposure |
| Photoinitiator approach | Catalogue describes curing without cytotoxic photoinitiators; exact formulation and protocol on enquiry |
| Handling | Water-soluble; handling at physiological pH |
| Culture stability | Reported stability in cell-culture medium for more than 30 days |
| Ready-to-use format | Sterile 3 and 5 mL cartridges; compatibility with the selected bioprinter to be confirmed |
| Other formats | Powder for custom formulations; custom formats on request |
Catalogue evidence
Reported properties & results
- Reported cell viability above 80%
- Printed ear construct reported to retain its shape after 30 days in culture medium
- Live/dead staining after 7 days reported high cell compatibility
Results summarize the catalogue’s tested formulations and conditions. Confirm the protocol and formulation relevant to your experiment with MAKBY.
Technical catalogue
Source: October 2026 tissue engineering catalogue, printed page 15. Exact formulation, light dose or exposure time where applicable, storage duration and application-specific handling are available on enquiry.