Rapid and sensitive monitoring of biocatalytic reactions using ion mobility mass spectrometry

Abstract

The combination of stable isotope labelling with direct infusion ion mobility mass spectrometry (IM-MS) enabled qualitative and quantitative monitoring of biocatalytic reactions with reduced analysis times, enhanced sensitivity and μL-level assay volumes. The new approach was demonstrated by applying to both lipase and monooxygenase enzymes, including multi-substrate screening.