Mass spectrometry and animal science: Protein identification strategies and particularities of farm animal species

► Proteomics is gaining importance in the context of animal and veterinary sciences. ► Proteomics relies on separation procedures (2DE, HPLC) and protein identification using MS. ► Specific applications in the field of animal science are turning relevant. ► There are strategies to increase the rate of success of proteomic projects in animal sciences.