bioinformatics

Retrieve bioinformatics references and runnable pipelines from bioSkills and ClawBio.

Updated Apr 9, 2026
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/nadicodeai/argo-agent --skill bioinformatics-nadicodeai
Or copy as Structured Prompt for Agent
Please help me install this Agent Skill.
Skill: bioinformatics
Source: https://github.com/nadicodeai/argo-agent/tree/main/optional-skills/research/bioinformatics
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/nadicodeai/argo-agent --skill bioinformatics-nadicodeai

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

The Bioinformatics Skills Gateway consolidates domain knowledge and executable pipelines into a single access point, helping researchers quickly locate reference materials and runnable workflows for complex genomics tasks.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Central access to bioSkills reference material (biological knowledge, parameter guides, and patterns).
  • Access to ClawBio runnable pipelines for end-to-end analyses in genomics, transcriptomics, and more.
  • Use case: a researcher needs a reference for variant calling parameters and an end-to-end pipeline for QC and variant filtering.

Quick Start

Clone the relevant repositories and read the specific skill SKILL.md to start.

Frequently Asked Questions about bioinformatics

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

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How do I find reference parameters for variant calling pipelines?

The Skill provides access to the bioSkills open-source repository, containing reference material and parameter guides for variant calling. You retrieve domain-specific biological knowledge and parameter patterns on demand to support accurate genomic data analysis.

Can I run end-to-end single-cell analysis workflows directly?

Yes, you can run end-to-end single-cell analysis workflows directly. The Skill retrieves runnable pipelines from the ClawBio repository, supporting on-demand execution for single-cell analysis and related transcriptomics tasks.

What genomics data formats and tasks does this bioinformatics knowledge base support?

This bioinformatics knowledge base supports genomics, transcriptomics, and single-cell analysis tasks. It consolidates domain knowledge and executable pipelines, covering computational biology workflows including QC, variant filtering, and data analysis.

Do I need to clone repositories to access transcriptomics pipelines?

Yes, you need to clone the relevant open-source repositories to access transcriptomics pipelines. The quick start process involves cloning bioSkills for reference material and ClawBio for runnable pipelines, then reading the specific SKILL.md file.

What is the best way to locate reference materials for computational biology tasks?

The best way to locate reference materials for computational biology tasks is using the metadata-based discovery feature in this Skill. It provides a centralized gateway to retrieve over 400 bioinformatics skills on demand from open-source repositories.