gget

Query over 20 bioinformatics databases and perform sequence analysis via command-line or Python.

1|Updated Mar 12, 2026
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/yf8578/clawomics --skill gget-yf8578
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Skill: gget
Source: https://github.com/yf8578/clawomics/tree/main/skills/gget
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/yf8578/clawomics --skill gget-yf8578

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

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

What problem does it solve?

This Skill streamlines complex bioinformatics data retrieval and analysis by providing a unified, user-friendly interface to over 20 specialized databases and tools.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Multi-Database Access: Query Ensembl, UniProt, NCBI, PDB, ARCHS4, CELLxGENE, and more from a single tool.
  • Sequence Analysis: Perform BLAST, BLAT, alignment (MUSCLE), and local alignment (DIAMOND).
  • Structural Biology: Predict protein structures with AlphaFold and query PDB.
  • Expression & Disease Data: Analyze gene expression, find disease/drug associations, and query cancer genomics data (cBioPortal, COSMIC).
  • Use Case: Quickly find gene information, retrieve sequences, predict protein structures, and identify associated diseases for a list of genes, all within a single workflow.

Quick Start

Use the gget skill to search for gene information for 'BRCA1' in human.

Frequently Asked Questions about gget

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

FAQPage Schema
Can I predict protein structures and query PDB within the same sequence analysis workflow?

Yes, you can predict protein structures using AlphaFold and query PDB directly. The tool integrates structural biology functions with sequence analysis, allowing you to retrieve sequences and predict structures without switching environments.

Does this tool support sequence alignment and BLAST analysis for genomics data?

Yes, it supports sequence alignment and BLAST analysis for genomics data. You can perform BLAST, BLAT, MUSCLE alignment, and local alignment using DIAMOND to manipulate and analyze nucleotide and protein sequences effectively.

How do I analyze gene expression and find disease associations for a list of genes?

You can analyze gene expression and find disease associations by querying integrated databases like ARCHS4, CELLxGENE, cBioPortal, and COSMIC. This allows you to identify disease and drug associations for your gene list within a single workflow.

What is the best way to unify fragmented bioinformatics database queries?

The best way to unify fragmented bioinformatics database queries is using a single interface that connects to over 20 specialized databases. This solves access fragmentation by standardizing data retrieval for genomics, proteomics, and disease data.

Can I use this tool for cancer genomics data analysis and functional enrichment?

Yes, you can use it for cancer genomics data analysis and functional enrichment. It queries cancer genomics databases like cBioPortal and COSMIC, and performs functional annotation to identify enriched pathways and disease associations.