Phosphoproteomics

Phosphoproteomics is a branch of proteomics that specifically focuses on the study of proteins that have been phosphorylated (modified by the addition of a phosphate group). phosphorylation is a fundamental posttranslational modification in eukaryotes and plays an important role in cellular processes such as signal transduction and metabolic regulation. Phosphoproteomics provides an understanding of the functions and regulation of individual phosphoproteins, and has broad applications in biology, drug discovery and many clinical areas. It is also an important tool for understanding diseases and identifying potential therapeutic targets.