Porcine Elastin (Ela)

Porcine Elastin is a natural biomaterial extracted from pig connective tissues and widely used in bioink formulations. As an important component of the extracellular matrix, elastin provides excellent elasticity and biocompatibility, helping to mimic the mechanical properties of native tissues. When incorporated into bioinks, it enhances the flexibility and resilience of hydrogels while supporting cell adhesion and growth. Porcine elastin is commonly combined with materials such as collagen or GelMA to create composite bioinks for 3D bioprinting, tissue engineering, and regenerative medicine applications, especially for elastic tissues like skin and vascular structures.