MALDI, or Matrix-Assisted Laser Desorption/Ionization, is a mass spectrometry technique used to analyze biomolecules such as proteins and peptides. This technique utilizes a matrix to absorb laser energy, helping to release the sample molecules into the gas phase for analysis. MALDI has revolutionized proteomics by enabling rapid and sensitive detection of large biomolecules, facilitating the understanding of complex biological systems.
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