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ArticleRapid communications in mass spectrometry : RCM2025

Development of a Matrix-Assisted Laser Desorption Ionization High Resolution Mass Spectrometry Method for the Quantification of Camalexin and Scopoletin in Arabidopsis thaliana.

Leonardo Parasecolo, Ivan M Monsalvo, Nikola Kovinich, Demian R Ifa

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Article in Rapid communications in mass spectrometry : RCM, 2025. The graph could read no effect estimate from its abstract, so it casts no vote on the map. Cited by 2 papers.

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Leonardo ParasecoloDepartment of Chemistry, Faculty of Science, York University, Toronto, Ontario, Canada.ORCID https://orcid.org/0009-0009-6223-7285
Ivan M MonsalvoDepartment of Biology, Faculty of Science, York University, Toronto, Ontario, Canada.
Nikola KovinichDepartment of Biology, Faculty of Science, York University, Toronto, Ontario, Canada.
Demian R IfaDepartment of Chemistry, Faculty of Science, York University, Toronto, Ontario, Canada.ORCID https://orcid.org/0000-0002-5804-1302

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Natural Sciences and Engineering Research Council of Canada PGS-D-590135-2024Natural Sciences and Engineering Research Council of Canada RGPIN-2020-06111
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Abstract

rationaleUnderstanding plant defense mechanisms against pathogens is essential for enhancing agricultural productivity and crop protection. This study focuses on the quantification of camalexin and scopoletin, two critical phytoalexins in Arabidopsis thaliana, using mass spectrometry techniques. Precise measurement of these compounds provides insights into plant resistance and supports agricultural research.

methodsCamalexin and scopoletin were quantified using matrix-assisted laser desorption ionization high-resolution mass spectrometry (MALDI-HRMS). The matrix and solvent conditions were optimized to maximize sensitivity and accuracy. MS/MS experiments confirmed compound identification with high mass accuracy (mass error < 5 ppm). The method was validated through comparative analysis of wild-type (WT) and mutant Arabidopsis lines, using internal standards and multiple replicates to ensure precision and reliability.

resultsThe method exhibited high linearity for scopoletin (R

conclusionsThis study presents a validated, precise, and accurate MALDI-HRMS method for the quantification of camalexin and scopoletin in Arabidopsis thaliana. The approach not only enhances understanding of plant defense mechanisms but also offers potential applications for biotechnological and agricultural research, especially for investigating genetic variations and stress-induced phytoalexin production.

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ArabidopsisScopoletinSpectrometry, Mass, Matrix-Assisted Laser Desorption-IonizationThiazolesIndolesLimit of DetectionPhytoalexinsReproducibility of ResultsTandem Mass SpectrometrycamalexinIndolesPhytoalexinsScopoletinThiazolesMass spectrometryMethod developmentPhytoalexinplant biology

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PMCPMC11655771

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