borzoi

Predict RNA-seq, CAGE, DNase, and ChIP tracks from DNA sequences.

288|34|Updated Jul 6, 2026
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/PKU-YuanGroup/OpenAI4S --skill borzoi-pku-yuangroup
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Skill: borzoi
Source: https://github.com/PKU-YuanGroup/OpenAI4S/tree/main/skills/borzoi
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/PKU-YuanGroup/OpenAI4S --skill borzoi-pku-yuangroup

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

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What problem does it solve?

Predicts genome-wide functional tracks from DNA sequences for use cases like scoring the regulatory effect of variants on expression/accessibility, generating predicted coverage tracks for a locus, and prioritizing non-coding variants.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Genome-Wide Functional Track Prediction: Use Borzoi to predict RNA-seq, CAGE, DNase, and ChIP tracks.
  • Variant Scoring: Analyze the regulatory effect of variants on expression/accessibility.
  • Predicted Coverage Tracks: Generate tracks to analyze a specific locus.
  • Non-Coding Variant Prioritization: Use predicted track delta to prioritize non-coding variants.
  • Use Case: For a genomic region, you can use Borzoi to predict the functional tracks and then prioritize the variants based on these predictions.

Quick Start

Predict RNA-seq functional tracks for the locus using Borzoi:

from borzoi_pytorch import Borzoi
model = Borzoi.from_pretrained("johahi/borzoi-replicate-0").cuda().eval()

Frequently Asked Questions about borzoi

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

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How do I predict RNA-seq functional tracks from a DNA sequence?

To predict RNA-seq functional tracks from DNA sequences, you can use Borzoi by loading the pre-trained model via PyTorch and passing your genomic locus data directly to the model for evaluation.

How do I score the regulatory effect of non-coding genetic variants?

You score the regulatory effect of non-coding variants by using DNA sequence predictions to calculate track deltas, prioritizing variants based on their predicted impact on expression and accessibility.

Can I predict CAGE, DNase, and ChIP tracks alongside RNA-seq for genomic research?

Yes, genome-wide functional track prediction supports CAGE, DNase, and ChIP tracks simultaneously, allowing you to analyze predicted coverage across multiple genomic regions for comprehensive regulatory analysis.

Do I need a GPU to run variant prioritization and track prediction tasks?

Yes, GPU computation is required for DNA sequence processing. The model is designed to be loaded onto a CUDA-enabled GPU using PyTorch to handle genome-wide functional track predictions efficiently.

What is the best way to analyze a specific genomic locus for regulatory effects?

The best way to analyze a specific locus is to generate predicted coverage tracks from the DNA sequence, then use these predictions to score and prioritize non-coding variants within that region.

Are there limitations when prioritizing variants using predicted track deltas?

Variant prioritization using predicted track deltas relies entirely on DNA sequence inputs, meaning predictions are constrained to supported genomic regions and require GPU resources for execution.