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Lipids for Research

Abstract illustration of lipids’ hydrophilic tails projecting inwards and polar head groups projecting outwards to form cell membrane.

Lipids play diverse roles as fuel, energy stores, membrane components, and key players in signal transduction and metabolism. With their hydrophobic properties, lipids are vital for cellular function, exhibiting versatility and contributing to various physiological processes.

We offer a wide spectrum of lipids and their derivatives that can be grouped as below.

Along with the above categories, we also offer click reagents, stable isotopes, lipid extracts, and ESR probes to drive research and innovation across multiple applications. We are committed to empowering groundbreaking discoveries in drug delivery, transfection, lipidomics, and other lipid applications across your entire workflow. Our high-quality lipids can be used with high-performance liquid chromatography (HPLC), liquid chromatography-mass spectrometry (LC-MS), and nuclear magnetic resonance (NMR) spectroscopy. 

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Supelco 37 Component FAME Mix
CRM47885

Supelco 37 Component FAME Mix

certified reference material, TraceCERT®, in dichloromethane (varied conc.), ampule of 1 mL

Oleic Acid-Albumin from bovine serum
O3008

Oleic Acid-Albumin from bovine serum

liquid, sterile-filtered, BioReagent, suitable for cell culture

F.A.M.E. Mix, C4-C24
18919-1AMP

F.A.M.E. Mix, C4-C24

certified reference material,  wt. % (varied)

<SC>L</SC>-α-Phosphatidylcholine
P3556

L-α-Phosphatidylcholine

egg yolk, Type XVI-E, ≥99% (TLC), lyophilized powder

Free Glycerol Reagent
F6428

Free Glycerol Reagent

used for quantitative enzymatic determination of glycerol

18:0 PC (DSPC)
850365P

18:0 PC (DSPC)

Avanti Research - A Croda Brand

Triglyceride Mix
17810

Triglyceride Mix

C2 - C10, ampule of 100 mg (Neat)

<I>cis</I>-4,7,10,13,16,19-Docosahexaenoic acid
D2534

cis-4,7,10,13,16,19-Docosahexaenoic acid

≥98%

18:1 (Δ9-Cis) PE (DOPE)
850725P

18:1 (Δ9-Cis) PE (DOPE)

Avanti Research - A Croda Brand

Methyl tricosanoate
T9900

Methyl tricosanoate

≥99.0% (GC)

Methyl stearate
S5376

Methyl stearate

~99% (GC)

Cholesterol
C3045

Cholesterol

powder, BioReagent, suitable for cell culture, ≥99%

5-α-Cholestane
C8003

5-α-Cholestane

≥97.0% (HPLC)

Cholesterol-Water Soluble
C4951

Cholesterol-Water Soluble

powder, BioReagent, suitable for cell culture

18:1 TAP (DOTAP)
890890P

18:1 TAP (DOTAP)

Avanti Research - A Croda Brand

Acetylcholine chloride
A6625

Acetylcholine chloride

≥99% (TLC)

Lipid Mixture 1, Chemically Defined
L0288

Lipid Mixture 1, Chemically Defined

liquid, sterile-filtered, BioReagent, suitable for cell culture

Synthechol<SUP>®</SUP> Synthetic Cholesterol
1.04672

Synthechol® Synthetic Cholesterol

EMPROVE® EXPERT, Ph. Eur., BP, JP, NF

F.A.M.E. Mix
CRM18918

F.A.M.E. Mix

C8 - C24, certified reference material, ampule of 100 mg (Neat)

Coenzyme A sodium salt hydrate
C3144

Coenzyme A sodium salt hydrate

cofactor for acyl transfer


With their diverse properties and functionalities, lipids play a pivotal role in shaping the landscape of scientific research and innovative therapies. Lipid research encompasses a broad range of areas and finds applications in various fields such as:

Lipidomics

Lipidomics employs techniques such as mass spectrometry, LC-MS, or NMR to comprehensively profile, identify, and quantify lipids and their metabolites. Such analysis is necessary to deepen our holistic understanding of the complex cellular mechanisms and lipid metabolic pathways contributing to lipid metabolism. The insights provided by lipidomics are essential for the mechanisms underpinning such conditions as obesity, diabetes, and cardiovascular diseases.

Lipids in Pharmacology & Immunology

Lipids play significant roles in drug development, delivery systems, and immunology. Advancements include lipid-based drug carriers, nanoparticles, and liposome formulations for targeted delivery, enhanced stability, and immune modulation. These applications underscore lipids' critical significance in research and therapeutic interventions.

Lipids in Cell Culture

Lipids play a vital role in cell culture by influencing cell membranes, signaling, and bioprocessing. Researchers analyze lipid composition and optimize supplementation to gain a broader understanding of lipid-mediated signaling, aiming to improve cell growth and achieve desired cellular functions. Such insights not only improve bioprocess efficiency but also hold implications for tissue engineering and regenerative medicine.

Lipids in Neurobiology and Biochemistry

Lipids play a vital role in neurobiology, brain development, neural signaling, and the study of lipid-related changes in neurodegenerative disorders. Furthermore, lipid research deepens our understanding of biochemical pathways, molecular mechanisms, lipid metabolism, protein interactions, signaling and cellular processes.

Lipids in Membrane Biology and Biophysics

Lipids are integral components of cell membranes. Research conducted in this area aims to elucidate the structure, dynamics, and functional properties of lipid bilayers. These fields of investigation delve into membrane biophysics, lipid-protein interactions, lipid-mediated signaling, and the role of lipids in membrane-related processes.


Related Resources


 Dr. Anne Bendt -  LipidMaps Podcast

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This episode of the LipidMaps podcast features Dr. Anne Bendt, Deputy Director of the world-renowned Singapore Lipidomics Incubator (SLING). SLING specializes in mass spectrometry-based lipid analysis and, under Dr. Bendt's leadership, prioritizes practical applications and partnerships in academia and industry.





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