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  • Dysregulated ECM proteins, especially those with post-translational modifications, are implicated in various diseases.
  • Analyzing ECM proteins is challenging due to their low solubility.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To develop a streamlined proteomics strategy for effective ECM protein solubilization, extraction, and analysis.
  • To identify ECM proteins and their post-translational modifications in mouse mammary tumors.
  • To overcome the solubility limitations in ECM proteomics.

Main Methods:

  • Development of a novel ECM proteomic strategy utilizing a photocleavable surfactant (Azo) for protein solubilization.
  • Streamlined workflow including fast tissue decellularization, efficient ECM protein extraction and enrichment, and rapid digestion.
  • Analysis using 1D and 2D reversed-phase liquid chromatography coupled with tandem mass spectrometry (RPLC-MS/MS).

Main Results:

  • Identification of 173 and 225 unique ECM proteins from mouse mammary tumors using 1D and 2D RPLC-MS/MS, respectively.
  • Identification and localization of 87 (1D) and 229 (2D) post-translational modifications on ECM proteins, including glycosylation, phosphorylation, and hydroxylation.
  • Demonstrated effective solubilization and analysis of ECM proteins using the Azo surfactant.

Conclusions:

  • The Azo-enabled ECM proteomics strategy significantly streamlines the analysis of ECM proteins and their modifications.
  • This approach facilitates the study of ECM biology and its role in disease.
  • The method enhances the identification of ECM proteins and post-translational modifications, offering new insights into disease mechanisms.