imaging-data-commons

Query and download public IDC imaging datasets by metadata using idc-index.

21|1|Updated Mar 19, 2026
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/OwnLabAI/ownlab --skill imaging-data-commons-ownlabai
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Skill: imaging-data-commons
Source: https://github.com/OwnLabAI/ownlab/tree/main/mart/skills/scientific-skills/imaging-data-commons
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/OwnLabAI/ownlab --skill imaging-data-commons-ownlabai

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

💡 This Skill includes references (resource) components.

What problem does it solve?

IDC users need a streamlined way to discover and fetch public imaging data from IDC using idc-index, enabling rapid access to large radiology and digital pathology datasets for AI development and research.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Discover IDC collections and datasets with idc-index, filter by modality, body part, cancer type, and licensing.
  • Download DICOM series and visualize in browser without local DICOM viewers, with license attribution support.
  • Integrate with clinical data and cloud storage options for end-to-end workflows, including batch downloads and reproducible manifests.

Quick Start

Run a quick starter: query a CT chest series from rider_pilot and download it to your local machine.

Frequently Asked Questions about imaging-data-commons

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

FAQPage Schema
How do I download DICOM series from public imaging datasets?

Download DICOM series from public imaging datasets by querying metadata with idc-index, applying filters for modality, body part, and cancer type to retrieve CT, MR, PET, or pathology data.

Can I filter IDC imaging data by collection, modality, and licensing?

Filter IDC imaging data by collection, modality, body part, cancer type, and licensing using SQL-like queries in idc-index to discover specific public radiology and pathology datasets.

How do I query IDC imaging data and visualize results in a browser?

Query IDC imaging data and visualize results in a browser viewer by generating viewer URLs with idc-index, enabling DICOM series visualization without local viewers and including license attribution.

What's the best way to batch download CT and MR datasets with licensing attribution?

Batch download CT and MR datasets with licensing attribution by creating reproducible manifests through idc-index, applying precise filters and performing license checks before retrieval.

Does idc-index work with clinical data integration for cancer imaging datasets?

idc-index works with clinical data integration for cancer imaging datasets, enabling end-to-end workflows that combine DICOM series downloads with cloud storage options and clinical metadata.

Why use idc-index for querying public radiology and pathology datasets?

Use idc-index for querying public radiology and pathology datasets to rapidly discover and fetch large imaging data from IDC, streamlining access for AI development and research workflows.