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alterlab-imaging-data-commons

Index and retrieve public IDC imaging data via idc-index queries and manifest downloads.

58|9|Updated Mar 16, 2026
Search Tags:#license#download#bigquery#imaging#dicom#clinical-data#idc-index
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npx skills add https://github.com/AlterLab-IEU/AlterLab-Academic-Skills --skill alterlab-imaging-data-commons
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Skill: alterlab-imaging-data-commons
Source: https://github.com/AlterLab-IEU/AlterLab-Academic-Skills/tree/main/skills/databases/alterlab-imaging-data-commons
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/AlterLab-IEU/AlterLab-Academic-Skills --skill alterlab-imaging-data-commons

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

💡 This Skill includes references (resource) components.

What problem does it solve?

IDC-imaging data is publicly available but hard to find, query, and assemble for AI and research projects; this Skill bundles discovery, filtering, licensing checks, and download workflows via idc-index and IDC data sources.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Discover datasets across radiology and pathology using IDC mini-index
  • Query metadata, filter by modality, cancer type, and license, and download selected series
  • Visualize results in browser and verify licenses before use
  • Join imaging with clinical data as needed for richer cohorts

Quick Start

Query IDC for a dataset and download the matching DICOM series using idc-index, then view results in the built-in viewer.

Frequently Asked Questions about alterlab-imaging-data-commons

High-intent search queries and answers about installing and using this skill.

FAQPage Schema
How do I download DICOM imaging datasets from IDC for AI research?▼

You can download DICOM imaging datasets by querying IDC metadata with idc-index, filtering by modality or cancer type, and using manifest-based downloads to retrieve the selected series.

What is the best way to query clinical data alongside IDC imaging files?▼

To query clinical data alongside IDC imaging files, use the optional clinical-data integration feature to perform metadata joins, assembling richer cohorts for research.

How does license verification work for public IDC radiology and pathology data?▼

License verification for public IDC radiology and pathology data works by applying built-in license checks before download, ensuring you confirm dataset usage rights directly in the browser.

Can I visualize and filter IDC imaging series in a browser before downloading?▼

Yes, you can visualize and filter IDC imaging series in the browser; the Skill supports browser visualization and metadata filtering by modality, cancer type, and license prior to manifest-based download.

Does idc-index support querying across multiple IDC buckets for pathology datasets?▼

Yes, idc-index supports querying across multiple IDC buckets using the IDC mini-index, enabling discovery and retrieval of both radiology and pathology datasets for research.

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