imaging-data-commons

Query IDC imaging data and retrieve matching series using idc-index.

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One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/K-Dense-AI/scientific-agent-skills --skill imaging-data-commons-k-dense-ai
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Skill: imaging-data-commons
Source: https://github.com/K-Dense-AI/scientific-agent-skills/tree/main/scientific-skills/imaging-data-commons
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/K-Dense-AI/scientific-agent-skills --skill imaging-data-commons-k-dense-ai

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

💡 This Skill includes references (resource) components.

What problem does it solve?

The Imaging Data Commons (IDC) data access skill enables researchers to discover and download public IDC imaging datasets using idc-index, enabling no-auth data access, license checks, and browser visualization for reproducible experiments.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Discover datasets by collection, modality, cancer type, or anatomical site using idc-index.
  • Download DICOM series with flexible directory layouts, manifest support, and viewer integration.
  • Validate licenses and IDC data version (v23), then preview data with in-browser viewers and citations.

Quick Start

Query IDC index for a collection and start downloading the selected series.

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 and download public cancer imaging datasets from the Imaging Data Commons?

You can query and download public cancer imaging datasets from the Imaging Data Commons using the idc-index tool to discover matching DICOM series by applying filters for collection, modality, body part, and license.

How do I download DICOM series and generate viewer URLs for IDC data?

To download DICOM series and generate viewer URLs for IDC data, the idc-index tool implements flexible directory layouts, manifest support, and direct browser visualization integration for previewing selected radiology and pathology images.

Can I access IDC clinical imaging data without authentication?

Yes, you can access IDC clinical imaging data without authentication, as the idc-index tool enables no-auth data access, direct license validation, and citation generation for reproducible experiments.

What filters can I use to discover radiology and pathology datasets in IDC?

You can discover radiology and pathology datasets in IDC by filtering on collection, modality, cancer type, anatomical site, license, and specific data version to retrieve matching series programmatically.

Does the idc-index tool support a specific IDC data version?

Yes, the idc-index tool supports IDC v23 compatibility, allowing users to validate the data version alongside checking licenses before downloading matching imaging series.