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High-Throughput Peptide Synthesis

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Peptide Synthesis and Applications

Part of the book series: Methods in Molecular Biology™ ((MIMB,volume 298))

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The methodologies of high-throughput peptide synthesis are overviewed and discussed. Particular focus is given to the techniques applicable to laboratories with a limited budget. Automated solutions for synthetic problems are also discussed.

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Lebl, M., Hachmann, J. (2005). High-Throughput Peptide Synthesis. In: Howl, J. (eds) Peptide Synthesis and Applications. Methods in Molecular Biology™, vol 298. Humana Press. https://doi.org/10.1385/1-59259-877-3:167

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