In addition to the essential theoretical background and fundamental principles, this unique reference presents a detailed, step-by-step methodology for interpreting even electron mass spectrometry results. Specific chapters are devoted to: proteomics; biomolecule spectral interpretation of small molecules; biomolecule spectral interpretation of biological macromolecules; and MALDI-TOF-Postsource Decay (PSD). Chapters feature detailed examples, questions, and problems to help readers solidify their understanding of the concepts and techniques.

Bryan M. Ham, PhD, is a member of the American Society for Mass Spectrometry, the American Chemical Society, the Tear Film and Ocular Surface Society, and the Association for Research in Vision and Ophthalmology. He is currently conducting proteomics research at Pacific Northwest National Laboratory in Richland WA. His research interests include biomolecule analysis in the areas of proteomics, lipidomics, and metabolomics.