gene-database

Query NCBI Gene database for gene annotations and batch lookups.

8|Updated Jan 13, 2026
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/hxk622/TokenDance --skill gene-database-hxk622
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Skill: gene-database
Source: https://github.com/hxk622/TokenDance/tree/main/backend/app/skills/builtin/scientific/bioinformatics/gene-database
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/hxk622/TokenDance --skill gene-database-hxk622

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

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

What problem does it solve?

This Skill simplifies the process of accessing and analyzing gene information from the NCBI Gene database, enabling researchers to quickly find and understand gene data.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Gene Search: Find genes by symbol, ID, or biological context (e.g., disease association).
  • Information Retrieval: Fetch detailed gene annotations, including sequences, locations, and functional data.
  • Batch Processing: Efficiently look up multiple genes simultaneously.
  • Use Case: A researcher needs to find all human genes associated with a specific disease and retrieve their chromosomal locations and known functions for a new study.

Quick Start

Use the gene-database skill to search for the gene symbol 'BRCA1' in humans and retrieve its basic information.

Frequently Asked Questions about gene-database

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

FAQPage Schema
How do I retrieve NCBI gene annotations and RefSeqs for a specific gene symbol?

To retrieve NCBI gene annotations and RefSeqs, you can query the NCBI Gene database by searching for a specific gene symbol like 'BRCA1' to fetch comprehensive details including sequences and functional data.

Can I perform batch lookups for multiple genes simultaneously using E-utilities?

Yes, you can perform batch lookups for multiple genes simultaneously using E-utilities and the Datasets API, efficiently retrieving annotations and functional data for a list of gene symbols or IDs.

What biological insights can I get from querying NCBI Gene database?

Querying the NCBI Gene database provides biological insights such as chromosomal locations, known functions, Gene Ontology terms, and RefSeqs for human genes associated with specific biological contexts or diseases.

Does this gene query approach support retrieving Gene Ontology terms for functional analysis?

Yes, this gene query approach supports retrieving Gene Ontology terms for functional analysis, fetching detailed gene annotations including GO terms, sequences, and chromosomal locations directly from the NCBI Gene database.

How do I find all human genes associated with a specific disease and their chromosomal locations?

You can find all human genes associated with a specific disease and retrieve their chromosomal locations by searching the NCBI Gene database by biological context, fetching detailed annotations for functional analysis.

What is the best way to search NCBI Gene by ID for genomic data?

The best way to search NCBI Gene by ID is using E-utilities and the Datasets API, which retrieves comprehensive genomic data including RefSeqs, GO terms, and exact chromosomal locations for the specified gene ID.