Genomics & 
Informatics Lab (GIL)

Metabolomics is the scientific study and comprehensive characterization of small-molecule metabolites within biological samples, providing insight into the metabolic state and global biochemical events of a cell or organism. By analyzing metabolites, it reveals the complex interplay between genetic, environmental, and physiological factors, making it a valuable tool for understanding and diagnosing diseases, monitoring therapy response, and informing personalized medicine. Key technologies like mass spectrometry (MS) and nuclear magnetic resonance (NMR) spectroscopy are used for the identification and quantification of these metabolites in samples such as blood and urine