Detailed understanding of human proteins, the proteom, offers a promising new approach to the treatment of disease, notably cancer. A who's who of researchers working in the field of proteomics around the world survey the progress, processes and successes in treating patients without delving into the complexities of biochemistry or the details of cell structure or anatomy. In view of the huge number of human proteins and the diversity from person to person proteomics generates an incredible amount for data. Enter the field of bioinformatics with super computers and computer models that offers the prospect of tailoring unique treatments for each individual.