interpro-database

Query InterPro REST API to annotate protein function, domains, and GO terms.

1|Updated Mar 19, 2026
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Skill: interpro-database
Source: https://github.com/JosephWoodall/noosphere/tree/main/.agent/skills/interpro-database
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/JosephWoodall/noosphere --skill interpro-database-josephwoodall

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

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What problem does it solve?

InterPro consolidates signatures from multiple databases to provide unified protein function annotations, domains, and GO terms, enabling faster and more reliable protein characterization.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Unified annotations: retrieve protein families, domains, repeats, and GO mappings from InterPro in a single query.
  • Programmatic access: leverage REST API to fetch entry details, domain architectures, and GO terms for large protein sets.
  • Use Case: batch-annotate a proteome to generate domain architectures and GO term mappings for downstream pathway analysis.

Quick Start

Submit a UniProt identifier or protein sequence to InterPro to obtain integrated annotation data.

Frequently Asked Questions about interpro-database

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

FAQPage Schema
How do I annotate proteins with InterPro signatures and GO terms?

To annotate proteins with InterPro signatures, submit a UniProt identifier or protein sequence to query the REST API, retrieving consolidated domain architectures, protein families, and GO term mappings in JSON format.

What is the best way to batch-annotate a proteome using InterPro?

Batch-annotate a proteome using InterPro by programmatically querying the REST API with UniProt identifiers to fetch integrated domain architectures and GO mappings for downstream pathway analysis.

Can I use InterPro to analyze domain architecture for comparative genomics?

Yes, you can use InterPro to analyze domain architecture for comparative genomics by querying consolidated protein signatures to map functional domains and repeats across model organisms and proteomes.

Do I need UniProt identifiers to retrieve protein family annotations from InterPro?

Yes, you need UniProt identifiers or protein sequences to retrieve protein family annotations from InterPro, as the REST API requires these inputs to return unified functional annotation data in JSON format.

How does InterPro consolidate protein signatures from multiple databases?

InterPro consolidates protein signatures from multiple databases into unified annotations, providing a single query interface to retrieve protein families, domains, repeats, and GO terms reliably.

What are the limitations of using the InterPro REST API for protein annotation?

Limitations of using the InterPro REST API for protein annotation include handling JSON responses and requiring valid UniProt identifiers or sequences, as it depends on external access to the InterPro service.