Application of Mass Spectrometry Imaging Technology in Metabolomics Research

Dear Colleagues,

Mass spectrometry (MS) is one of the most powerful modern analytical techniques for charactering compounds, providing the sensitivity, specificity, and efficiency needed to perform metabolomic study. MS imaging (MSI) as a cutting-edge technique for in situ assessment of samples and has gained popularity and recognition in variety of fields over the past few years. Driven by the advances in MS instrumentation, the collection of metabolomic information, which comprises molecular spatial distribution details from MSI, comes into reality.

Through this Special Issue, “Application of Mass Spectrometry Imaging Technology in Metabolomics Research”, we aim to highlight primary research studies and literature reviews which focus on mass spectrometry imaging and its application in the field of metabolomics. Specific areas include, but are not limited to, health and medicine, environmental analysis, pharmaceuticals, food, and plant sciences.

The Special Issue is open for submission now. We invite leading researchers to submit their previously unpublished and novel research in this area. A proper extension may be granted. Please kindly let us know in advance.

Dr. Jialing Zhang
Guest Editor

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