bio-cellxgene-census

Query the CELLxGENE Census for single-cell genomics data by cell type, tissue, and disease.

Updated Mar 13, 2026
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/biomaps-infra/blender-opencode --skill bio-cellxgene-census
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Skill: bio-cellxgene-census
Source: https://github.com/biomaps-infra/blender-opencode/tree/main/.opencode/skills/bio-cellxgene-census
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/biomaps-infra/blender-opencode --skill bio-cellxgene-census

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

💡 This Skill includes references (resource) components.

What problem does it solve?

This Skill provides programmatic access to the CELLxGENE Census, a massive, curated collection of single-cell genomics data, enabling efficient querying and analysis of millions of cells.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Query Expression Data: Retrieve gene expression data based on cell types, tissues, diseases, and other metadata.
  • Explore Metadata: Discover available datasets, cell types, tissues, and diseases within the Census.
  • Machine Learning Integration: Facilitates training ML models on single-cell data using PyTorch.
  • Scanpy Integration: Seamlessly integrate Census data into existing scanpy analysis workflows.
  • Use Case: Analyze the expression of specific marker genes across different cell types in the human brain, or train a cell type classifier using millions of cells.

Quick Start

Use the bio-cellxgene-census skill to query expression data for 'B cells' in the 'lung' tissue for 'Homo sapiens'.

Frequently Asked Questions about bio-cellxgene-census

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

FAQPage Schema
How do I query single-cell gene expression data by cell type and tissue?

To query single-cell gene expression data, you can retrieve records programmatically by specifying metadata filters like cell type and tissue. This allows you to extract targeted subsets from large-scale genomics datasets for population-scale analysis.

What is the CELLxGENE Census used for in bioinformatics?

The CELLxGENE Census is a massive, curated collection of single-cell genomics data used for efficient querying and analysis. It enables researchers to perform population-scale analysis and train machine learning models using millions of cells.

Can I train PyTorch machine learning models using single-cell genomics data?

Yes, you can train PyTorch machine learning models using single-cell genomics data. The system facilitates ML model training by providing programmatic access to millions of cells for tasks like building cell type classifiers.

Does this tool integrate with Scanpy for advanced analysis workflows?

Yes, it seamlessly integrates with Scanpy for advanced analysis workflows. You can incorporate retrieved Census data directly into existing Scanpy pipelines to process and analyze gene expression records.

What metadata can I use to filter single-cell expression datasets?

You can filter single-cell expression datasets using metadata such as cell types, tissues, diseases, and organism species like Homo sapiens. This facilitates targeted data retrieval for specific research contexts.