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database-lookup

Retrieve data from 78 public scientific databases via REST API calls.

13|3|Updated Jun 10, 2026
Search Tags:#science#data retrieval#scientific research#public data#database lookup
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npx skills add https://github.com/tassiovale/claude-code-kit --skill database-lookup-tassiovale
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Skill: database-lookup
Source: https://github.com/tassiovale/claude-code-kit/tree/main/skills/database-lookup
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/tassiovale/claude-code-kit --skill database-lookup-tassiovale

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

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

What problem does it solve?

This skill enables the lookup and retrieval of data from various public and scientific databases, making complex research inquiries and data gathering efficient and straightforward.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Diverse Database Access: Retrieve information from 78 databases in fields such as physics/astronomy, earth/environment, chemistry/drugs, materials, biology/genomics, disease/clinical, patents, economics, and social sciences.
  • User-Specified Query: Utilize a comprehensive database selection guide to specify which database(s) to query based on the user's information needs.
  • Rich Data Format: Present the raw JSON responses from each database, along with the list of queried databases, ensuring comprehensive data retrieval.
  • Use Case: For instance, a user can inquire about the properties of a specific chemical compound or the genetic information of a particular organism by querying the relevant databases.

Quick Start

Use the database-lookup skill to fetch information about a specific gene from the NCBI Gene database.

Frequently Asked Questions about database-lookup

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

FAQPage Schema
How do I retrieve data from public scientific databases for research?▼

Scientific data retrieval is performed by querying 78 public databases via REST API calls. You can fetch targeted data across domains like biology, physics, and chemistry by specifying the relevant database endpoints and query formats.

What public databases can I query for genomic and chemical compound data?▼

You can query 78 public databases covering fields such as biology/genomics, chemistry/drugs, physics/astronomy, earth/environment, materials, disease/clinical, patents, economics, and social sciences to fetch specific scientific data.

How do I access raw JSON responses from scientific database queries?▼

Raw JSON responses from scientific database queries are presented directly alongside a list of the queried databases. This ensures comprehensive data retrieval without complex processing or external formatting dependencies.

Do I need to know specific API endpoints to fetch data from scientific databases?▼

Yes, performing targeted data retrieval requires knowledge of relevant database endpoints and query formats. A comprehensive database selection guide is provided to help specify which databases to query based on your information needs.

Can I use REST API calls to fetch public data without external dependencies?▼

Yes, fetching public data via REST API calls can be done without external dependencies. The skill directly accesses 78 scientific and public databases to retrieve raw JSON data without requiring additional software packages.

What's the best way to look up genetic information of a specific organism in public databases?▼

The best way to look up genetic information is to query specific databases like the NCBI Gene database. You can fetch relevant genomic data by utilizing the provided database selection guide to specify your target organism query.

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