drug-discovery

Automate pharmaceutical research workflows by integrating ChEMBL, PubChem, OpenFDA, and OpenTargets data via Python 3 and curl queries.

Updated May 4, 2026
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/InverterNetwork/hermes-agent --skill drug-discovery-inverternetwork
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Skill: drug-discovery
Source: https://github.com/InverterNetwork/hermes-agent/tree/main/optional-skills/research/drug-discovery
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/InverterNetwork/hermes-agent --skill drug-discovery-inverternetwork

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

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

What problem does it solve?

This skill streamlines the complex process of drug discovery by automating the retrieval of bioactivity data, calculating molecular properties, and assessing drug-likeness, which significantly reduces the time required for medicinal chemistry research.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Bioactive Compound Search: Query the ChEMBL database to find compounds by target or activity.
  • Drug-Likeness Analysis: Evaluate molecules against Lipinski's Rule of Five and Veber's rules to predict oral bioavailability.
  • Safety & Interaction Lookup: Access OpenFDA data to identify potential drug-drug interactions and reported adverse events.
  • Use Case: A researcher can quickly screen a list of candidate molecules for Lipinski violations and cross-reference them with known adverse event profiles to prioritize lead compounds.

Quick Start

Use the drug-discovery skill to analyze the drug-likeness and safety profile of the compound aspirin.

Frequently Asked Questions about drug-discovery

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

FAQPage Schema
How do I check drug-likeness of candidate molecules using Lipinski's Rule of Five?

To assess drug-likeness, evaluate molecules against Lipinski's Rule of Five and Veber's rules to predict oral bioavailability. This automated screening calculates molecular properties to identify suitable lead compounds for pharmaceutical research.

Can I search ChEMBL for bioactive compounds by target activity?

Yes, you can query the ChEMBL database to find bioactive compounds by target or activity. This bioactive compound search automates retrieval of pharmacological data, streamlining the identification of molecules with desired biological activity profiles.

How do I identify drug-drug interactions and adverse events from OpenFDA data?

Access OpenFDA data to identify potential drug-drug interactions and reported adverse events. This safety and interaction lookup allows researchers to cross-reference candidate molecules with known adverse event profiles during lead compound prioritization.

Do I need Python 3 and curl to automate pharmaceutical research workflows?

Yes, standard Python 3 and curl are required to execute API-driven queries for scientific data analysis. These dependencies facilitate integrating data from ChEMBL, PubChem, OpenFDA, and OpenTargets to automate pharmaceutical research workflows.

What's the best way to screen candidate molecules for ADMET profiling and drug-likeness?

The best way to screen candidates is automating retrieval of bioactivity data, calculating molecular properties, and assessing drug-likeness. This process evaluates ADMET profiling and Lipinski violations to prioritize lead compounds for medicinal chemistry research.