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= Matrix-assisted ionization
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Matrix-assisted ionization generally refers to a technique used in mass spectrometry, particularly in matrix-assisted laser desorption/ionization (MALDI). MALDI is a soft ionization method that allows for the analysis of large biomolecules, such as proteins, peptides, nucleic acids, and polymers, by converting them into ions without causing significant fragmentation.