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gene-database

Queries NCBI Gene database via E-utilities and Datasets API for gene information.

Updated Jan 10, 2026
Search Tags:#bioinformatics#genomics#gene annotation#data retrieval#ncbi#gene
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/robinbarvaag/poynt --skill gene-database-robinbarvaag
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Please help me install this Agent Skill.
Skill: gene-database
Source: https://github.com/robinbarvaag/poynt/tree/main/.github/skills/gene-database
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/robinbarvaag/poynt --skill gene-database-robinbarvaag

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 retrieve and understand gene data.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Gene Search: Find genes by symbol, ID, or biological context (e.g., disease, pathway).
  • Data Retrieval: Fetch detailed gene information, including RefSeqs, GO annotations, and chromosomal locations.
  • Batch Processing: Efficiently look up multiple genes simultaneously.
  • Use Case: A researcher needs to find all human genes associated with a specific disease. They can use this Skill to search by disease name and retrieve a list of relevant genes with their descriptions and locations.

Quick Start

Use the gene-database skill to search for the gene symbol 'BRCA1' in humans and display its summary 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 gene information from NCBI using a gene symbol?▼

Yes, you can batch lookup multiple genes simultaneously. The Skill efficiently processes multiple gene IDs or symbols in a single query to retrieve corresponding data from the NCBI Gene database.

How do I find human genes associated with a specific disease or pathway?▼

Yes, you can batch lookup multiple genes simultaneously. The Skill efficiently processes multiple gene IDs or symbols in a single query to retrieve corresponding data from the NCBI Gene database.

What specific gene annotation details can I retrieve using NCBI E-utilities?▼

Yes, you can batch lookup multiple genes simultaneously. The Skill efficiently processes multiple gene IDs or symbols in a single query to retrieve corresponding data from the NCBI Gene database.

Can I perform batch lookups for multiple genes simultaneously?▼

Yes, you can batch lookup multiple genes simultaneously. The Skill efficiently processes multiple gene IDs or symbols in a single query to retrieve corresponding data from the NCBI Gene database.

Do I need Python to access NCBI gene data programmatically?▼

Yes, you can batch lookup multiple genes simultaneously. The Skill efficiently processes multiple gene IDs or symbols in a single query to retrieve corresponding data from the NCBI Gene database.

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