Andy Tao, Purdue University (IMAGE)

Purdue University

Andy Tao, Purdue University

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The linear ion trap mass spectrometer in Andy Tao's lab allows the Purdue biochemist to quickly analyze biological samples such as snake venoms. It has the capability to analyze several hundred proteins in one hour. Here, Tao peers through the small window of the nanosprary ion source.

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Purdue Agricultural Communication photo/Tom Campbell

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