LipidXplorer: Software for Shotgun Lipidomics
LipidXplorer is a software tool designed for shotgun lipidomics, enabling researchers to identify and quantify lipids in complex biological samples. The software uses an language-driven approach for lipid identification expressed in MFQL (Mass Spectrometry Formula Query Language).
Key Features:
- Shotgun lipidomics : LipidXplorer is specifically designed for shotgun lipidomics, allowing researchers to analyze complex lipid mixtures without the need for prior separation or fractionation.
- MFQL-based lipid identification : The software uses a language-driven approach for lipid identification, expressed in MFQL. This enables users to define specific queries for identifying lipids based on their molecular formulas and fragmentation patterns.
- High-performance analysis : LipidXplorer is designed for high-performance analysis, allowing researchers to process large datasets quickly and efficiently.
Benefits:
- Improved accuracy and specificity : By using a language-driven approach for lipid identification, LipidXplorer enables researchers to improve the accuracy and specificity of their results.
- Increased sensitivity : The software's ability to analyze complex lipid mixtures without prior separation or fractionation enables researchers to detect lipids that may not be detectable by other methods.
- Streamlined workflow : LipidXplorer is designed to integrate with existing workflows, enabling researchers to quickly and easily incorporate shotgun lipidomics into their research.
Technical Details:
- Input data : LipidXplorer accepts mass spectrometry data in various formats, including mzML and mzXML.
- Output data : The software generates output files that contain information on identified lipids, including molecular formulas, fragmentation patterns, and intensities.
- Operating system : LipidXplorer is available for Windows, macOS, and Linux operating systems.
Availability:
LipidXplorer is available as a free download from the LIFS Tools website. Users can access the software by creating an account on the website.
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