A New LIPID MAPS Resource: Shorthand DB

The Shorthand DB offers stable, publication-ready identifiers for lipids described at species and molecular-species levels, following the widely adopted nomenclature of Liebisch et al. These identifiers link directly to dedicated pages detailing each lipid entry, making it easier for researchers to reference lower-resolution structures without relying on full structural data from LMSD.

The Shorthand DB currently supports lipids containing acyl chains up to 38 carbons in length, including oxygenated variants. Researchers can also search shorthand nomenclature or validate existing identifiers, ensuring accuracy and consistency in lipid annotation.