biorxiv-database

Search bioRxiv/medRxiv preprints within date ranges and generate traceable summaries.

88|16|Updated Feb 12, 2026
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/drpedapati/sciclaw --skill biorxiv-database-drpedapati
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Skill: biorxiv-database
Source: https://github.com/drpedapati/sciclaw/tree/main/skills/biorxiv-database
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/drpedapati/sciclaw --skill biorxiv-database-drpedapati

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

BioRxiv/medRxiv preprints are published continuously and can be difficult to monitor across time windows. This skill provides date-bounded discovery and structured summaries to support reproducible literature reviews.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Date-bounded search: Retrieve preprints within user-specified date ranges from bioRxiv and medRxiv.
  • Summarization & traceability: Generate concise summaries with citation data and maintain a log of queries for reproducibility.
  • Use Case: A researcher needs weekly updates on a topic and exports a literature digest for the manuscript methods section.

Quick Start

Use the biorxiv-database skill to fetch preprints from 2025-01-01 to 2025-01-31 and generate a digest.

Frequently Asked Questions about biorxiv-database

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

FAQPage Schema
How do I search bioRxiv preprints within a specific date range?

To search bioRxiv preprints within a specific date range, you specify explicit date windows to retrieve topic-filtered results. This ensures date-bounded discovery for reproducible literature reviews.

Can I generate traceable summaries from medRxiv preprints?

Yes, you can generate traceable summaries from medRxiv preprints that include citation data and structured query logs. This maintains reproducibility for your literature review digest.

What is the best way to monitor bioRxiv preprints for weekly updates?

The best way to monitor bioRxiv preprints for weekly updates is running date-bounded searches across specified intervals. This retrieves recent publications and generates a structured literature digest.

Does this method log search queries for reproducible literature reviews?

Yes, this method logs search queries for reproducible literature reviews by maintaining structured query logs alongside the generated preprint summaries. This ensures your retrieval process is fully traceable.

How do I export a bioRxiv literature digest for a manuscript methods section?

You export a bioRxiv literature digest by retrieving date-bounded preprints and generating concise summaries with citation data. This structured output can be directly referenced in your manuscript methods section.

What are the limitations of using bioRxiv API date windows for preprint retrieval?

Limitations of using bioRxiv API date windows include dependency on robust date parsing and access to stable bioRxiv or medRxiv API endpoints. Accuracy relies on the availability of mirroring data sources.