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The possible role of ion beam techniques in the study of proteins is d
iscussed with special emphasis on particle induced X-ray emission (PIX
E) spectrometry. Instead of routine bulk analysis of protein containin
g samples, where several competing analytical techniques are available
, the full strength of PIXE can be exploited in special applications w
here the direct ion beam technique is combined with proper biochemical
separation techniques.