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imaging-data-commons

Query public IDC imaging collections and download DICOM series via idc-index.

1|Updated Mar 19, 2026
Search Tags:#visualization#download#licensing#citation#imaging#idc-index
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npx skills add https://github.com/JosephWoodall/noosphere --skill imaging-data-commons-josephwoodall
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Skill: imaging-data-commons
Source: https://github.com/JosephWoodall/noosphere/tree/main/.agent/skills/imaging-data-commons
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/JosephWoodall/noosphere --skill imaging-data-commons-josephwoodall

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

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What problem does it solve?

Query and access public cancer imaging data from the IDC using idc-index, enabling researchers to discover datasets without authentication and preview licenses.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Discover, query, and download public IDC imaging data (CT, MR, PET) and digital pathology via idc-index.
  • Visualize results in the browser, verify licenses, and obtain citations for attribution.
  • Use-case example: build a training set by selecting CC-BY datasets from NLST CT studies and downloading with an organized directory structure.

Quick Start

Query IDC imaging datasets with idc-index and download selected series to a local directory.

Frequently Asked Questions about imaging-data-commons

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

FAQPage Schema
How do I query public cancer imaging data without authentication?▼

You can query public IDC imaging data without authentication by using the idc-index library to search for collections and series by modality, body part, or clinical metadata.

Can I download DICOM series from the Imaging Data Commons using idc-index?▼

Yes, you can download DICOM series directly from the Imaging Data Commons using idc-index, which organizes the selected CT, MR, PET, or digital pathology files into a local directory structure.

How do I find and verify licenses for IDC imaging datasets?▼

To find dataset licenses, query the public IDC imaging collections using idc-index to preview license types like CC-BY, and access citation guidance for proper attribution.

What's the best way to visualize DICOM imaging series in the browser?▼

The best way to visualize DICOM imaging series in the browser is by using idc-index to query and retrieve the public IDC data, enabling in-browser viewing without authenticated access.

Does idc-index support filtering IDC data by clinical metadata and modality?▼

Yes, idc-index supports filtering public IDC imaging data by collection, modality, body part, and clinical metadata to help you discover specific CT, MR, PET, or digital pathology datasets.

What are the limitations of using idc-index for imaging data discovery?▼

A limitation is that idc-index 0.11.10 is strictly compatible with IDC data version v23, meaning you may face compatibility issues querying public imaging collections or downloading DICOM series from newer data versions.

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