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  • Biochemistry and Molecular Biology

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  • Top-down proteomics (TDP) aims to analyze intact proteins (proteoforms) but faces challenges due to sample complexity and wide dynamic range.
  • Existing high-resolution separation methods prior to mass spectrometry (MS) may not sufficiently resolve low-abundance intact proteins in complex biological matrices.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To review multidimensional separation strategies applied in top-down proteomics.
  • To summarize current applications of these techniques in TDP.
  • To identify future research gaps and opportunities in multidimensional TDP.

Main Methods:

  • Exploration of multidimensional separation techniques, combining two or more orthogonal separation methods.
  • Integration of various liquid chromatography (LC), capillary electrophoresis (CE), and gel electrophoresis-based approaches.
  • Application of these coupled methods prior to mass spectrometry analysis in TDP.

Main Results:

  • Multidimensional separation techniques demonstrate improved resolution and more comprehensive protein identification in TDP.
  • These strategies effectively address the limitations of single-dimension separations for complex samples.
  • Successful application of diverse LC-LC, CE-LC, and gel-based multidimensional methods in TDP.

Conclusions:

  • Multidimensional separation is crucial for advancing top-down proteomics by enhancing proteoform characterization.
  • Continued development and application of orthogonal separation combinations are needed for comprehensive proteomic analysis.
  • Future work should focus on addressing current limitations to further expand TDP capabilities.