Future directions of imaging MS in pharmaceutical R&D.
MS imaging has rapidly evolved over the last decade, finding roles in all aspects of pharmaceutical research and development. This article discusses possible methodological and technological future advancements and describes research areas where the technology can expand and continue to prove to be worthwhile tool for drug discovery and development.
AstraZeneca, Cambridge Science Park, Cambridge, CB4 0WG, UK.
Richard J A
RJ
Goodwin
AstraZeneca, Cambridge Science Park, Cambridge, CB4 0WG, UK.
Peter J H
PJ
Webborn
D055808:Drug Discovery; D004345:Drug Industry / Q000639:trends*; D006801:Humans; D013058:Mass Spectrometry; D004364:Pharmaceutical Preparations / Q000737:chemistry / Q000378:metabolism*; D012106:Research; D019032:Spectrometry, Mass, Matrix-Assisted Laser Desorption-Ionization
D004364:Pharmaceutical Preparations
MS imaging; MS profiling; rastering