drug-discovery

Search ChEMBL for bioactive compounds and calculate drug-likeness with Lipinski's Rule of Five.

3|1|Updated May 19, 2026
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/Quill-Agent/Quill-Agent --skill drug-discovery-quill-agent
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Skill: drug-discovery
Source: https://github.com/Quill-Agent/Quill-Agent/tree/main/optional-skills/research/drug-discovery
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/Quill-Agent/Quill-Agent --skill drug-discovery-quill-agent

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

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

What problem does it solve?

This Skill offers a comprehensive toolkit to streamline drug discovery research, providing access to bioactive compounds, drug-likeness analysis, and more.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Bioactive Compound Search: Search for compounds in the ChEMBL database without API key requirements.
  • Drug-Likeness Calculation: Assess molecule bioavailability using Lipinski's Rule of Five and Veber's Oral Bioavailability Rules.
  • Drug Interaction Lookup: Retrieve drug-drug interaction data via OpenFDA.
  • ADMET Analysis: Interpret and analyze Absorption, Distribution, Metabolism, Excretion, and Toxicity profiles.
  • Use Case: Quickly identify potential lead compounds for drug discovery by searching ChEMBL, evaluating their drug-likeness, and checking for drug interactions.

Quick Start

Search for bioactive compounds related to "EGFR" using the drug-discovery skill.

Frequently Asked Questions about drug-discovery

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

FAQPage Schema
How do I search for bioactive compounds in ChEMBL without an API key?

You can search for bioactive compounds in ChEMBL without an API key by using this skill to query the database directly via Python requests. It retrieves compound data based on your target criteria, such as a specific protein like EGFR.

How do I calculate drug-likeness using Lipinski's Rule of Five and Veber's rules?

To calculate drug-likeness, this skill evaluates compound bioavailability using Lipinski's Rule of Five and Veber's Oral Bioavailability Rules. It processes the molecular data retrieved from ChEMBL to assess if a compound is a viable lead.

How can I retrieve drug-drug interaction data from OpenFDA?

You retrieve drug-drug interaction data from OpenFDA by utilizing this skill's API interaction capabilities. It uses Python requests and json to query OpenFDA and parse the returned interaction profiles for your specified compounds.

Can I perform ADMET analysis on compounds found in ChEMBL?

Yes, you can perform ADMET analysis on compounds found in ChEMBL. This skill interprets Absorption, Distribution, Metabolism, Excretion, and Toxicity profiles, allowing you to evaluate the safety and efficacy of potential lead compounds.

What is the best way to identify lead compounds for drug discovery using cheminformatics?

The best way to identify lead compounds is to search ChEMBL for bioactive molecules, calculate their drug-likeness using Lipinski and Veber rules, and check OpenFDA for drug interactions. This skill automates that entire cheminformatics workflow.

Do I need an API key to use OpenFDA and ChEMBL for drug-likeness calculations?

You do not need an API key to search for bioactive compounds in the ChEMBL database. The skill handles OpenFDA drug interaction retrieval and ChEMBL searches using standard Python requests without requiring authentication.