lucy-ng:dereplicate

Dereplicate observed 13C NMR shifts against reference databases to identify known compounds.

3|2|Updated Jan 8, 2026
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npx skills add https://github.com/steinbeck/lucy-ng --skill lucy-ng-dereplicate
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Skill: lucy-ng:dereplicate
Source: https://github.com/steinbeck/lucy-ng/tree/main/skill/dereplicate
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/steinbeck/lucy-ng --skill lucy-ng-dereplicate

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

Dereplication reduces wasted effort by quickly determining whether observed 13C NMR shifts correspond to known compounds, enabling faster decision-making about pursuing full structure elucidation.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Database-backed 13C matching: compare observed shifts to curated databases (e.g., COCONUT, NMRShiftDB) to surface candidate known compounds.
  • Lightweight screening: supports quick checks early in natural product workflows to decide if CASE is warranted.
  • Flexible data input: accepts Bruker 13C spectra or peak lists and requires a user-provided molecular formula.

Quick Start

Run the CLI command to perform a dereplication: lucy dereplicate c13 <bruker_13c_path> <formula> -n 10

Frequently Asked Questions about lucy-ng:dereplicate

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

FAQPage Schema
How do I dereplicate 13C NMR shifts against known natural product databases?

To dereplicate 13C NMR data, you run the CLI command 'lucy dereplicate c13' with your Bruker spectral path or peak list and a molecular formula. The tool matches your shifts against the local database to return candidate known compounds.

What is 13C NMR dereplication in natural product discovery?

13C NMR dereplication is a lightweight screening technique that matches observed carbon shifts to reference databases to quickly identify known compounds. It helps researchers decide early whether full structure elucidation or CASE is necessary.

Can I use a peak list instead of raw Bruker 13C spectral data for dereplication?

Yes, the dereplication workflow accepts both raw Bruker 13C spectra and peak lists as input. You must also provide a molecular formula to match your data against the reference database and retrieve candidate known compounds.

Do I need to provide a molecular formula for 13C NMR dereplication?

Yes, a user-provided molecular formula is required for dereplication. It filters the database search to ensure observed 13C NMR shifts are matched against structurally plausible known compounds, enabling accurate early-stage natural product screening.

When should I use 13C dereplication instead of full computer-assisted structure elucidation?

Use 13C dereplication for early-stage natural product screening to quickly check if observed shifts match known compounds. If dereplication confirms a known structure, full computer-assisted structure elucidation is unnecessary, saving significant time and effort.

What databases are used for matching 13C NMR shifts during dereplication?

Dereplication matches observed 13C NMR shifts against curated reference databases such as COCONUT and NMRShiftDB. The tool queries a local database to automatically discover and surface candidate known compounds based on your spectral data.