kegg-database

Fetch KEGG pathway, gene, and molecular interaction data via REST API.

Updated May 10, 2026
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npx skills add https://github.com/Imad-Oute/ResearchForge --skill kegg-database-imad-oute
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Skill: kegg-database
Source: https://github.com/Imad-Oute/ResearchForge/tree/main/OpenSource-Projects/claude-scientific-skills/scientific-skills/kegg-database
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/Imad-Oute/ResearchForge --skill kegg-database-imad-oute

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

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

What problem does it solve?

This Skill provides direct programmatic access to KEGG's extensive bioinformatics resources, enabling users to query biological pathways, genes, compounds, and more through REST API calls.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Pathway & Gene Data Retrieval: Fetch detailed information, listings, and related entries across diverse biological databases.
  • Organism-specific Queries: Obtain organism-wide pathway maps and gene catalogs, supporting research in genetics and metabolic studies.
  • Integration & Analysis: Facilitate bioinformatics workflows like pathway enrichment and ID conversion by utilizing API functions for data extraction and cross-referencing.

Quick Start

Use the kegg-database skill to retrieve information about the human glycolysis pathway in JSON format to analyze its components.

Frequently Asked Questions about kegg-database

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

FAQPage Schema
How do I retrieve biological pathway and gene data using the KEGG API?

To retrieve biological pathway and gene data using the KEGG API, you can query biological pathways, genes, and compounds directly through REST API calls to fetch detailed information and related entries.

Can I fetch organism-specific pathway maps and gene catalogs from KEGG?

Yes, you can fetch organism-specific pathway maps and gene catalogs from KEGG. The API supports organism-wide queries to obtain detailed gene annotations and metabolic pathway data for diverse organisms.

How do I perform ID conversion and pathway enrichment for bioinformatics research?

To perform ID conversion and pathway enrichment for bioinformatics research, use the KEGG REST API functions to extract biological data entries, cross-reference molecular interactions, and convert database IDs.

What's the best way to integrate molecular interaction data across multiple biological databases?

The best way to integrate molecular interaction data across multiple biological databases is to use KEGG REST API functions to link and cross-reference biological data entries efficiently across different databases.

Do I need any external dependencies to access KEGG pathway maps programmatically?

No external dependencies are required to access KEGG pathway maps programmatically. The skill operates independently using scripts and references to facilitate direct queries to the KEGG REST API.

Why does my KEGG database query return JSON data for biological pathways?

Your KEGG database query returns JSON data for biological pathways because the skill utilizes REST API functions to fetch and search biological data entries, formatting the extracted pathway and gene information into structured JSON.