Protein Sequencing Protocols

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Determination of the protein sequence is as important today as it was a half century ago, even though the techniques and purposes have changed over time. The first edition of Protein Sequencing Protocols was a “snapshot” of methods in use in protein biochemistry laboratories at the time, and this, the second edition, is likewise. Bryan John Smith updates his much-acclaimed first edition of Protein Sequencing Protocols with new and refreshed techniques for determining the sequence of proteins and peptides. This edition includes not only novel approaches to the validation of quality assurance methods, reflecting the current importance of biopharmaceuticals, but also offers a guide to the analysis of protein sequence information via the powerful new tools of bioinformatics. Each readily reproducible protocol contains detailed step-by-step instructions to ensure successful experimental results, along with notes on troubleshooting and how to avoid pitfalls. Valuable appendices summarize changes in mass arising from protein modification, as well as consensus sequences for protein modification. Comprehensive and up-to-date, Protein Sequencing Protocols, Second Edition, provides both novice and expert investigators alike a ready source of easy-to-follow protocols that simplify choosing the most appropriate method for protein sequence determination and thus help assure robust results. Bryan John Smith updates his much-acclaimed first edition with new and updated techniques for determining the sequence of proteins and peptides. This edition includes not only novel approaches to the validation of quality assurance methods, reflecting the current importance of biopharmaceuticals, but also offers a guide to analysis of protein sequence information via the powerful new tools of bioinformatics. Comprehensive and up-to-date, Protein Sequencing Protocols, Second Edition, provides for both novice and expert investigators alike a ready source of easy-to-follow protocols that simplify choosing the most appropriate method for protein sequence determination.

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A timely collection of current and state-of-the-art techniques for protein and peptide preparation and sequencing - all described by hands-on, masters of the procedures. Conveys valuable lessons and insights into using automated sequencers and mass spectrometers, preparing proteins and peptides on a microgram and submicrogram scale, mapping peptides, analyzing amino acids by pre- and post-column derivatization methods, and sequencing N- and C-terminal peptides by classical and newly developed techniques. Also deals with such troublesome problems as identifying sites of modification and working with very small samples.