biorxiv-database

Search bioRxiv preprints by keywords, authors, dates, and categories via Python scripts.

1|Updated Jan 14, 2026

Search Tags:#research #bioinformatics #genomics #literature search #biorxiv #preprint

Ready to run

npx skills add https://github.com/Sologa/codex-pipeline --skill biorxiv-database-sologa

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Skill: biorxiv-database
Source: https://github.com/Sologa/codex-pipeline/tree/main/.codex/skills/biorxiv-database
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/Sologa/codex-pipeline --skill biorxiv-database-sologa

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

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

What problem does it solve?

This Skill provides efficient tools to search and retrieve preprints from the bioRxiv database, streamlining literature reviews and research tracking.

Core Features & Use Cases

Comprehensive Search: Find preprints by keywords, authors, date ranges, or categories.
Metadata Retrieval: Get detailed paper information including titles, abstracts, and DOIs.
PDF Downloads: Download full-text PDFs for in-depth analysis.
Use Case: Quickly find all recent preprints related to "CRISPR gene editing" published in the last month within the "genomics" category.

Quick Start

Use the biorxiv-database skill to search for preprints with the keywords "CRISPR" and "gene editing" published in the last 30 days.

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 and date range?▼

To search bioRxiv preprints, you can programmatically filter results by specific keywords, authors, date ranges, and subject categories using Python scripts. This retrieves detailed metadata including titles, abstracts, and DOIs for matching life sciences papers.

Can I download full-text PDFs directly from bioRxiv search results?▼

Yes, you can download full-text PDFs directly from bioRxiv search results. The Skill facilitates direct PDF downloads for in-depth analysis alongside retrieving detailed paper information like titles and DOIs from the bioRxiv server.

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

The best way to find recent life sciences preprints in a specific category is by applying programmatic filters for subject categories and date ranges. This narrows the bioRxiv search to return only relevant recent publications.

Does the bioRxiv search tool require external dependencies to run?▼

No, the bioRxiv search tool does not require external dependencies to run. It operates independently using internal Python scripts to query the bioRxiv server and retrieve preprint metadata.

How do I retrieve DOIs and abstracts for a bioRxiv literature review?▼

To retrieve DOIs and abstracts for a bioRxiv literature review, execute a Python search query filtered by your target keywords or authors. The Skill returns detailed paper metadata directly from the bioRxiv database for your review.