(UoW Led) Mass Spectrometer for Label-Free Molecular Imaging at Ultra-High Resolution

This project will establish next-generation mass spectrometry capabilities for imaging and identification of molecules in complex systems such as tissue, cells, plants and marine organisms. The project expects to generate new knowledge in the biological, chemical and environmental sciences and realise high spatial resolution (1 µm) capabilities 5-fold higher than currently available in Australia. Expected outcomes include new technologies for multidisciplinary research and a critical mass of expertise to position Australia at the forefront of spatial-omics. This should provide significant benefits, such as new capabilities for studying spatially-defined systems that benefits areas such as biotechnology, pharmaceutical and materials science.