 Proteomics
is the large-scale study of the structure
and function of the proteins in a cell, including
the way they interact with each other. Although
similar to genomics, proteomics can be more
complex in scale because proteins change in
response to the environment. Furthermore,
measurements of protein expression and interactions
under varying conditions can provide clues
to understand protein and cellular functions.
The University of Victoria - Genome British
Columbia Proteomics Centre was established,
with major funding from Genome Canada, to
provide the state-of-the-art technology in
proteomics research for the Genome BC large-scale
projects. The facility is located at the Vancouver
Island Technology Park and houses mass spectrometry,
bioinformatics support, together with standard
protein analytical services such as protein
microsequencing and solid phase peptide synthesis.
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