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Applications of metabolomics
American Society for Mass Spectrometry (ASMS) – Mass spectrometry and allied topics 2024
ASMS 2024, a main event for the mass spectrometry community, showcased the latest advancements in mass spectrometry and fostered important collaborations in the field of metabolomics.
Kynurenic acid – A neuroprotective metabolite with key roles in brain health and immune function
Metabolite of the month is your sneak peek into the world of metabolomics. In this month´s article, we took a closer look at kynurenic acid, an important neuroactive metabolite synthesized from tryptophan in the human body.
Mass spectrometry in metabolomics – From methodologies to applications
Metabolomics highlights the significant role of microbial communities in human health, driving a paradigm shift towards towards personalized, proactive healthcare.
Butyric acid – A vital short-chain fatty acid for gut health and metabolic wellness
Metabolite of the month is your sneak peek into the world of metabolomics. In this month´s article, we took a closer look at butyric acid, which is one of three common SCFAs in the human gut.
Choline – An essential nutrient for brain function, liver health, and beyond
The metabolite of this month is choline, implicated in various aspects of neurological and cardiovascular health and function.
Does metabolomics have a place in microbiome research?
Metabolomics highlights the significant role of microbial communities in human health, driving a paradigm shift towards towards personalized, proactive healthcare.
Trimethylamine N-oxide (TMAO) – A crucial metabolite linking diet, gut health, and cardiovascular risk
Trimethylamine oxide (TMAO), which has been suggested to be a “bad” metabolite
3-indoleacetic acid (3-IAA) – Exploring its impact on human health and metabolism
The metabolite of this month is 3-IAA, known as the most common plant growth hormone.
p-cresol sulfate – A key uremic toxin with implications for gut health and chronic disease
The metabolite of this month is p-cresol sulfate, a sulfate conjugate of the bacterial metabolite p-cresol, which is a uremic toxin.
The study of pre-diagnostic serum samples from the Norwegian Trøndelag Health Study (HUNT2 study) shows age-dependent differences linked to breast cancer risk
The study analyzed pre-diagnostic serum samples from healthy women in the Norwegian Trøndelag Health Study (HUNT2 study) to identify molecular biomarkers linked to breast cancer risk.