LECO and University of Liverpool Partner for Innovative Metabolomics Training
LECO Instruments UK Ltd., a subsidiary of the American-based LECO Corporation, has announced a notable collaboration with the University of Liverpool’s internationally renowned Liverpool Training Center for Metabolomics and Centre for Metabolomics Research.This partnership will focus on delivering cutting-edge metabolomics training and research using LECO’s advanced PEGASUS® BT 4D GC×GC Time-of-Flight Mass Spectrometer.
The program aims to equip early-career scientists with the practical skills needed to apply metabolomics in biological sciences, addressing a critical gap in global training opportunities. The University of Liverpool’s expertise in analytical chemistry and software progress, combined with LECO’s state-of-the-art technology, promises a transformative learning experience.
Dr. Cate winder, co-director of the liverpool Training Centre for Metabolomics, with over a decade of experience in metabolomics training, highlighted the program’s uniqueness: “We are excited to partner with LECO and provide practical-based training using the PEGASUS® BT 4D GC×GC Time-of-Flight Mass Spectrometer to early-career scientists. Currently, there are no similar courses offered globally and therefore this collaboration opens new avenues to introduce the potential of applying GC-MS based metabolomics to a new generation of scientists.”
Dr. Warwick (Rick) dunn, co-director of both the Liverpool Training Centre for Metabolomics and the Centre for Metabolomics Research, emphasized the technology’s advantages: “This is an exciting opportunity to reinforce the use of GC-MS and comprehensive GCxGC-MS to study metabolism in humans thru targeted and untargeted metabolomic applications. I have used LECO instruments for this application for 19 years and understand that the platform provides advantages in comparison to other platforms like NMR and LC-MS including for robust metabolite identification and high-quality data collection. We will apply the system for studies of human biofluids, cells and tissues in relation to human health and diseases including cancer and immune-mediated conditions.”
“I am thrilled to see the realization of our collaborative vision with Liverpool University in establishing this pioneering Metabolomics training centre. This partnership embodies our commitment to advancing scientific research and empowering researchers with cutting-edge instrumentation and expertise. Together, we will inspire innovation, foster collaboration, and drive breakthroughs in metabolomics research. Here’s to a future of discovery and success.”
Michael Reaney, UK Sales Director, LECO
This collaboration promises to substantially advance metabolomics research, impacting various fields from healthcare to environmental science. the program’s focus on practical application and the use of cutting-edge technology positions it as a leader in metabolomics training worldwide. The partnership underscores the growing importance of advanced analytical techniques in understanding complex biological systems and their relevance to human health.
