Mass Spectrometry for Lipidomics

Mass Spectrometry for Lipidomics
All-in-one guide to successful lipidomic analysis, combining the latest advances and best practices from academia, industry, and clinical research

Mass Spectrometry for Lipidomics presents a systematic overview of lipidomic analysis, covering established standards of lipid analysis, available technology, and key lipid classes, as well as applications in basic research, medicine, pharma, and the food industry.

Through connecting recent technological advances with key application areas, this unique guide bridges the gap between academia and industry by translating the vast body of knowledge that has been gained in the past decade into much-needed practical advice for novices as well as routine users.

Edited by the president and vice-president of the International Lipidomics Society with contributions from the top experts in lipid analysis, Mass Spectrometry for Lipidomics covers a wide range of key topics, including:
Aspects of sample preparation, separation methods, different mass spectrometry modes, as well as identification and quantitation, including the use of bioinformatics tools for data analysis Identification, quantitation and profiling of lipids in different types of biological samples Analytical approaches for all major classes of biological lipids, from fatty acids to phospholipids to sterols Novel applications in biological research, clinical diagnostics, as well as food and crop science
For analytical chemists, biochemists, clinical chemists, and analytical laboratories and hospitals, Mass Spectrometry for Lipidomics presents a comprehensive and authoritative overview of the subject, with unmatched expertise from practicing professionals actively involved in the latest research.