What is "metlin"

The METLIN Metabolomics Database is a repository of metabolite information as well as tandem mass spectrometry data. The information is provided to facilitate metabolomics experiments.

METLIN is a metabolomics database and, , contains over 64,727 structures. It serves as a data management system to assist in metabolite research and metabolite identification by providing public access to its repository of comprehensive MS/MS metabolite data. An annotated list of known metabolites and their mass, chemical formula, and structure are available on the METLIN website. Each metabolite is linked to outside resources such as the Kyoto Encyclopedia of Genes and Genomes ( KEGG) for further reference and inquiry. Available MS/MS data are expanding continuously as more metabolite information is being deposited and discovered. The METLIN database was developed and is maintained by the Siuzdak laboratory at The Scripps Research Institute.