LC-MS Proteomics · Cape Town, South Africa
Your Turnkey Proteomics and Protein Chemistry Service Provider
Accurate, reliable and timely results for your research, development and quality control, from sample extraction through to data you can publish.
Welcome to Trace Labs
Your Trusted Partner in Proteomics and Protein Chemistry
Based in Cape Town, South Africa
We offer expert services in liquid chromatography-mass spectrometry (LC-MS) and protein chemistry, backed by more than 20 years of experience in biochemistry.
Our founder and principal scientist brings that depth of knowledge to every project. Our goal is simple: accurate, reliable and timely results that support your research, development and quality control needs.
Whoever you are, we're here to help you unlock the secrets of proteins and peptides.
- Academic Researchers
- Food and Beverage Companies
- Biomedical Facilities
- Agricultural Research Institutions
What We Do
From Sample to Manuscript
One provider for every stage of your proteomics study.
Consultation and Experimental Design
Collaborate on the design and practicalities of your experiment before the study begins.
Sample Extraction
Simple extractions from cell culture or bacteria, through to complex extractions from connective tissue.
Digestion and LC-MS
On-bead, in-solution, in-gel or DigDeAPr digestion, each followed by LC-MS analysis.
Data Analysis
Database interrogation with FragPipe and differential expression analysis where appropriate.
Manuscript Review
A review of your manuscript before publication, once data has been analysed and presented.
Meet the Founder
Dr Maré Vlok
A biochemist with a PhD from Stellenbosch University, Maré managed proteomics facilities at the CPGR and at Stellenbosch University's Central Analytical Facility before founding Trace Labs in 2024.
- 20+Years in biochemistry
- 27Peer-reviewed publications
- 1,500+Citations
- 15H-index
Planning a Proteomics Study?
Tell us about your samples and your research question. We'll help you find the right approach before you commit.