Definition of "proteomics" [proteomics]

• The analysis of the expression, localizations, functions, and interactions of proteomes. (noun)

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• "The researchers learned more about the roles of LPS and interferon gamma through a technique called proteomics, which gives a wealth of information that allows researchers to pinpoint specific changes within cells."
• "To overcome these difficulties, a new approach known as proteomics is being used to analyze the entire protein complement of a cell."
• "Using a technology called proteomics, the researchers examined 2,000 proteins found in the spinal fluid of 34 people who died with autopsy-proven Alzheimer's, comparing it with the spinal fluid of 34 non-demented people."