Mass Spectrometry for Agricultural Innovation

We invite you to join us at this year's ILMAC in Lausanne, a premier event for the laboratory and process technology sectors. This is an excellent opportunity to explore the latest research, industry trends, and innovations.

Potential of mass spectrometry in agricultural applications

The importance of mass spectrometry (MS) is a key topic at this event, particularly in agricultural applications. Valeria Leoni and Dr. Gregory Pimentel will explore the application of non-targeted MS in agricultural research in their talk. They will also discuss the versatility and importance of MS in analyzing and identifying pollen species and in assessing the nutritional value of fermented foods.

Pollen identification

• Traditional pollen identification relies on visual assessment, which can be subjective and imprecise.
• Non-targeted mass spectrometry offers a more objective and detailed approach, analyzing peptide and metabolite profiles to accurately identify pollen species.
• This method is particularly valuable in beekeeping, as it aids in labeling bee products, studying honey bee diets, and ensuring hive health by detecting agrochemical contamination.

Nutritional analysis of fermented foods

• The research highlights the use of MS to study the composition of fermented dairy foods and their impact on human metabolism.
• This includes metabolic profiling and linking food product composition with lactic acid bacteria genomes.
• The findings also integrate metabolomics with other 'omics' datasets, such as genomics and transcriptomics, to provide a comprehensive understanding of food impacts on health.

Our contribution to agricultural workflows

At HSE, we are committed to advancing agricultural research through innovative technologies. One of the tools in our portfolio, the Ampha P20, exemplifies this commitment. The instrument is designed to streamline the identification and downstream analysis of pollen. This makes it an invaluable tool for researchers and professionals in the field.

Meet us at ILMAC 2024

We invite you to meet us at ILMAC 2024 in Lausanne to learn more about our contributions to mass spectrometry and its agricultural applications. Engage with our experts, discover our latest technologies, and see firsthand how we are driving innovation in this crucial field. Contact Alexis Tzannis or Martin Galic to meet them at the event.

We look forward to seeing you there!