Matrix assisted laser desorption ionisation mass spectrometry imaging (MALDI-MSI)

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PATENT NO 9261438
APP PUB NO 20140084151A1
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14003813

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A method of preparing a sample for matrix assisted laser desorption ionization mass spectrometry imaging analysis by a two-step process. Firstly, a MALDI matrix is dusted on to the sample followed by a spray of a suitable solvent onto the dusted sample. The present method has been successfully applied to the detection and mapping of several analyte classes in latent fingermarks. Using the present two-step method, fingermark enhancement, recovery and analysis from different substrate surfaces is now possible enabling visual and chemical information to be obtained simultaneously via remote testing.

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SHEFFIELD HALLAM UNIVERSITYSOUTH YORKSHIRE S1 1WB

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Ferguson, Leesa Susanne Sheffield South Yorkshire, GB 2 9
Francese, Simona Sheffield South Yorkshire, GB 2 9
Wolstenholme, Rosalind Sheffield South Yorkshire, GB 2 9

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