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biorxiv-database

Search bioRxiv preprints by keyword, author, date, or category via Python.

8|Updated Jan 13, 2026
Search Tags:#research#bioinformatics#genomics#literature search#biorxiv#preprint
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npx skills add https://github.com/hxk622/TokenDance --skill biorxiv-database-hxk622
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Please help me install this Agent Skill.
Skill: biorxiv-database
Source: https://github.com/hxk622/TokenDance/tree/main/backend/app/skills/builtin/scientific/bioinformatics/biorxiv-database
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/hxk622/TokenDance --skill biorxiv-database-hxk622

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

💡 This Skill requires requests, and includes scripts (resource) and references (resource) components.

What problem does it solve?

This Skill streamlines the process of finding and retrieving scientific preprints from the bioRxiv server, saving researchers significant time in literature discovery.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Targeted Search: Find preprints using keywords, author names, date ranges, or specific categories.
  • Metadata Retrieval: Obtain detailed information like titles, abstracts, DOIs, and publication dates.
  • PDF Downloads: Directly download full-text PDFs of preprints for in-depth analysis.
  • Use Case: A biologist needs to find all recent preprints on CRISPR gene editing published in the last month within the 'genomics' category. This Skill can perform that search and provide a list of relevant papers with their abstracts and download links.

Quick Start

Search for preprints related to "CRISPR" and "gene editing" published in the last 180 days within the "genomics" category and save the results to a JSON file.

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 by keyword, author, and date range?▼

You can search bioRxiv preprints by providing specific keywords, author names, date ranges, or categories. The Skill retrieves matching papers and outputs detailed metadata including titles, abstracts, DOIs, and publication dates.

Can I download full-text PDFs of bioRxiv preprints directly?▼

Yes, you can download full-text PDFs of bioRxiv preprints directly. The Skill facilitates direct PDF downloads alongside metadata extraction, enabling rapid literature review and offline data gathering for life sciences research.

What is the best way to find recent life sciences preprints in a specific category like genomics?▼

The best way to find recent life sciences preprints in categories like genomics is using a targeted literature search. This Skill filters bioRxiv server results by specific category and date range to provide relevant papers with abstracts and download links.

Do I need Python and requests to retrieve bioRxiv metadata?▼

Yes, you need Python and the requests dependency to retrieve bioRxiv metadata. The Skill uses Python scripts to interact with the bioRxiv server, enabling efficient preprint retrieval and metadata extraction for research purposes.

Does searching for bioRxiv preprints support exporting results to a JSON file?▼

Searching for bioRxiv preprints supports exporting results to a JSON file. After performing targeted searches using keywords, authors, or categories, the Skill can save the extracted metadata and literature search results locally.

Why use a preprint search script instead of manual bioRxiv literature discovery?▼

Using a preprint search script streamlines literature discovery by automating metadata retrieval and PDF downloads. It saves researchers significant time compared to manual bioRxiv browsing when gathering data for rapid literature reviews.

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