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Mass Spec Roundup: Proteins, Lipids, Pitcher Plants, and Coffee

This week’s roundup explores hidden chemistry in the dark proteome, forest soils, lipid binding in cells, and pitcher plant food webs

  • May 13, 2026

  • 7 min

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    The study identified 1,785 microproteins previously overlooked.

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    'Peptideins' is the proposed new category for protein-like molecules with uncertain functions.

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    Significant link between a peptidein and cancer cell survival identified.

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    Preserved forests show richer soil chemistry aiding biodiversity.

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    Lipid-trap mass spectrometry helps study lipid-protein interactions in cells.

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    Soil composition impacts microbial activity and fungal symbiosis.

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Mass Spec Roundup: Proteins, Lipids, Pitcher Plants, and Coffee

  • May 13, 2026

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