alternative-splicing

Identify and quantify splice events and isoform usage from RNA-seq data.

25|5|Updated Mar 22, 2026
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npx skills add https://github.com/zongtingwei/Bioclaw_Skills_Hub --skill alternative-splicing
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Skill: alternative-splicing
Source: https://github.com/zongtingwei/Bioclaw_Skills_Hub/tree/main/skills/transcriptomics/alternative-splicing
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/zongtingwei/Bioclaw_Skills_Hub --skill alternative-splicing

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

💡 This Skill includes references (resource) components.

What problem does it solve?

Workflow for event-level and isoform-level splicing analysis with sashimi-ready outputs and splice QC.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Supports event-level and isoform-level splicing analyses from RNA-seq data
  • Generates event tables, isoform usage summaries, and sashimi plots
  • Includes a QC-focused workflow and references for tool selection

Quick Start

Input aligned RNA-seq reads, junction summaries, and transcript annotations to produce event-level and isoform-level splicing results with sashimi-ready outputs.

Frequently Asked Questions about alternative-splicing

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

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How do I analyze alternative splicing events from RNA-seq data?

You can analyze alternative splicing by inputting aligned RNA-seq reads, junction summaries, and transcript annotations to identify and quantify splice events, generating event tables and sashimi-ready outputs.

What is differential isoform switching and when do I need to assess it?

Differential isoform switching involves changes in isoform usage across conditions. You assess it using RNA-seq data to detect alternative splicing variations and generate isoform usage summaries.

Can I generate sashimi plots directly from aligned RNA-seq reads?

Yes, you can generate sashimi-ready outputs from aligned RNA-seq reads and transcript annotations. The workflow processes junction summaries to visualize splice events and isoform usage.

Do I need splice-aware quantification tools for isoform-level splicing analysis?

Yes, splice-aware quantification tools are required for isoform-level splicing analysis. They process aligned RNA-seq reads alongside data manipulation and plotting libraries to quantify isoform usage accurately.

What's the best way to perform splice-quality assessment on RNA-seq junctions?

The best way to perform splice-quality assessment is using a QC-focused workflow that evaluates RNA-seq junctions and annotations, producing QC metrics and referencing appropriate tool selection parameters.

Why does alternative splicing analysis require transcript annotations?

Alternative splicing analysis requires transcript annotations because they provide the reference junctions and isoform structures needed to identify splice events and quantify isoform usage from aligned RNA-seq reads.