Quantitative proteomics education

The systematic identification of the proteins in complex samples and the determination of their quantity or quantitative change are an important component of proteomics and the emerging fields of systems biology and molecular medicine. Quantitative protein profiling is anticipated to provide new insights into the function of biological processes, facilitate the identification of diagnostic and prognostic disease markers, and contribute to the discovery of proteins as therapeutic targets. Despite the widespread interest in quantitative biology using proteomics, the fundamental concepts, methodologies and technologies which form the basis of experimental procedures and data analysis are not well understood by most researchers and tutors. Moreover there are almost no university degrees or post-graduate training programs that provide specific practical training or didactic material on this topic.

This is not due to the lack of interest,  as we have witnessed a massive increase in research activities and applications in recent years. This has led to a plethora of terms and acronyms that are associated with the various chemistries and compounds used for quantitation. Due to the high activity in this area it has become difficult to ensure all methods are taken into consideration. Thus a coordinated effort to capture, develop and disseminate knowledge on quantitative proteomics would meet much needed requirements in the Nordic region, within Europe and abroad. This does not exist yet, and is therefore at the heart of our activities. Currently the group now exists of the 6 laboratories listed in this website. We welcome input and collaboration from other academic or industrial partners, or networks and societies.

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