AnNET: a tool for network-embedded thermodynamic analysis of quantitative metabolome data.

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Background

Compared to other omics techniques, quantitative metabolomics is still at its infancy. Complex sample preparation and analytical procedures render exact quantification extremely difficult. Furthermore, not only the actual measurement but also the subsequent interpretation of quantitative metabolome data to obtain mechanistic insights is still lacking behind the current expectations. Recently, the method of network-embedded thermodynamic (NET) analysis was introduced to address some of these open issues. Building upon principles of thermodynamics, this method allows for a quality check of measured metabolite concentrations and enables to spot metabolic reactions where active regulation potentially controls metabolic flux. So far, however, widespread application of NET ana

SUBMITTER: Zamboni N 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC2375130 | biostudies-literature | 2008 Apr

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature