I would like to know if someone is using a Bruker MicroTOF connected to nano.HPLC and a nanoESI interface for proteomic studies. I am interested in obtaining information about sensitivity for proteolytic digests of 2D gels spots. Thanks. Eduardo
We have a Q Orbitrap spectrometer and in that case I can tell the sensitivity is in the range of 0.1 to 1 ng. If we use Cye Dye labelling for instance (2D DIGE), we have no problem to identify the spots and of course when we perform classic 2D with Coomassie staining and got visible bands, we can easily identify the proteins. We do not have experience with Bruker Micro TOF but hope this answer will help you.