The MetaCom Metabolomics group focuses on both targeted and untargeted analysis of small molecules using mass spectrometry within the framework of our own and collaborative projects. Our primary focus is on the influence of biotic and abiotic stress on the plants metabolome. Through this research, we aim to understand the mechanisms responsible for why some species are better or worse at coping with environmental challenges as pests, beneficial microbes and climatic changes.
Metabolomics, the quantification of low molecular weight compounds, is used to provide a phenotypic description of a cell or tissue through a broad range of metabolites. Compared to the analysis of nucleic acids (genomics and transcriptomics) and amino acids (proteomics), metabolites are chemically extremely diverse and cannot be analyzed using just one method. A broad spectrum of analytical equipment and expertise allows us at MetaCom to precisely address biological questions through metabolomic analysis.
With this equipment and expertise, we support scientists in integrating metabolome analysis into their work through both internal and external collaborations.
· We offer consultation on experimental design, measurement plans, analysis strategies, data evaluation, and integration.
· We provide ready-to-use analytical workflows for LCMS(MS) and GCMS(MS)
· We develop project-specific methods
· We suppor the data analysis and annotation process
· We teach the use of open-source tools for data processing and annotation
· We manage and expand reference standard and spectral libraries for plant metabolites
· We teach students and doctoral candidates the fundamentals of metabolomics.
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