Bioinformatics

Learn about the bioinformatic software used in the CCIC MSP lab.

Our laboratory leverages sophisticated bioinformatic tools to transform complex mass spectrometry data into meaningful biological insights:

Protein Identification & Analysis

  • Matrix Science Mascot Server Cluster
    Industry-leading search engine for protein identification and peptide modification analysis from mass spectrometry data
  • Proteome Software Scaffold 3.0
    Advanced visualization platform for complex proteomic datasets with powerful label-free quantification capabilities through spectral counting
  • Bruker Protein Scape
    Comprehensive bioinformatics platform that seamlessly integrates diverse proteomic data sources—LC data, gel analyses, mass spectrometry outputs, search results, and quantification data—ideal for managing large-scale proteomic projects
  • Bioinformatics Solutions PEAKS
    Versatile analytical package that processes raw mass spectrometry files for thorough peptide and protein identification, with specialized modules for post-translational modification (PTM) and mutation analysis

Metabolomics Research

  • Progenesis Co-Met
    Specialized bioinformatics solution for LC-MS and LC-MS/MS metabolomic data analysis, designed to identify and quantify metabolites showing statistically significant changes across biological datasets