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When to contact QPC​

Early engagement is useful if:

  • You are planning a proteomics study and want to confirm feasibility or design.
  • Sample amount is limited, precious, or difficult to reproduce.
  • You are unsure which proteomics approach is appropriate.
  • You want input on controls, replication, or quantitative strategy.
  • You have pilot or preliminary data and want to assess supported conclusions.

What to prepare​

What to share for a first discussion

A short message is sufficient.

Scientific context

  • Biological question or hypothesis (1–2 sentences)
  • System and sample type

Study design (if available)

  • Conditions to compare
  • Approximate number of samples

Practical considerations

  • Expected sample amount or material constraints
  • Buffer, reagent, or processing constraints
What to expect after reaching out

After an initial discussion, we typically:

  • Clarify biological objective and analytical scope
  • Recommend a quantitative strategy and key design considerations
  • Discuss sample preparation and handling requirements
  • Align on timelines and useful deliverables

Discussion may continue as data becomes available.

What collaborators typically receive

Depending on study design and scope, QPC support may include:

  • Quality-controlled datasets aligned to the biological question
  • Publication-ready figures and summary visualisations
  • Processed outputs with secure storage of raw mass spectrometry data
  • Follow-up discussions to interpret results and assess robustness
  • Iterative support for downstream questions or follow-up experiments
  • Input on proteomics-related aspects of manuscripts, where appropriate

The form and depth of support are discussed upfront and may evolve during the project.

How to reach us​

Contact QPC

Include a brief description of your project and what you’re hoping to learn from proteomics — we’ll guide the rest.