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geniaKats®

Special hydrogel beads on basis of polyvinyl alcohol Polyvinyl alcohol (PVA) is a synthetic bulk polymer. Its low susceptibility to microbial degradation makes this gel matrix ideal for immobilisation of biocatalysts such as bacteria, yeasts, fungi, or enzymes. Typical fields of application are bioconversion and biotransformation processes environmental biotechnology waste-water treatment encapsulated starter cultures Due to the chemical nature of the PVA hydrogel, the immobilized biocatalysts are insusceptible to contamination - which means less demands regarding sterility. The hydrogel matrix is not sensitive towards phosphate, citrate or monovalent ions like sodium or potassium which often is a problem with alginate beads. Furthermore the PVA hydrogel is hardly biodegradable. The mechanical properties of geniaKats® make them suitable for different reactor types like stirred tanks, or fluidized and packed beds. The typical particle size is around 1 mm. For further information please refer to the data sheets. For inquiries regarding geniaKats® you can use the provided online form or contact us.