Recent progress in mass spectrometry imaging using nanospray desorption electrospray ionization
2025

Recent Advances in Nanospray Desorption Electrospray Ionization Mass Spectrometry Imaging

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Author Information

Author(s): WANG Jingbo, LI Xiaolan, FAN Ruixia, LÜ Ping, YIN Ruichuan

Primary Institution: West China School of Pharmacy, Sichuan University, Chengdu 610041, China

Conclusion

Nanospray desorption electrospray ionization (nano-DESI) has rapidly developed as a mass spectrometry imaging technique, enabling high-resolution and sensitive analysis of various biological samples.

Supporting Evidence

  • Nano-DESI allows for direct analysis of hundreds of analytes in tissue sections with minimal sample preparation.
  • Recent advancements have improved the identification and imaging of complex lipid structures.
  • Nano-DESI has been successfully coupled with various mass spectrometers, expanding its application range.

Takeaway

This study talks about a new way to look at tiny things in tissues without messing them up, which helps scientists see what's inside better.

Methodology

The article reviews recent advancements in nano-DESI technology, focusing on ion-source development, lipid structure analysis, and spatial proteomics.

Limitations

The lack of commercial nano-DESI sources presents a technical challenge for its development.

Digital Object Identifier (DOI)

10.3724/SP.J.1123.2024.07013

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