molclaw-mol-topology-metrics

Compute topological descriptors like TPSA and Chi indices for SMILES lists.

28|2|Updated Mar 31, 2026
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/InternScience/MolClaw --skill molclaw-mol-topology-metrics
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Skill: molclaw-mol-topology-metrics
Source: https://github.com/InternScience/MolClaw/tree/main/skills/L1_tools/molclaw-mol-topology-metrics
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/InternScience/MolClaw --skill molclaw-mol-topology-metrics

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

Calculate standardized topological molecular descriptors for lists of SMILES strings to remove manual feature extraction and ensure consistent, reproducible inputs for downstream analysis and modeling.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Comprehensive Descriptor Set: Returns Topological Polar Surface Area (TPSA), valence and non-valence Chi indices (Chi0–Chi4), Hall–Kier alpha, and Kappa shape indices (Kappa1–Kappa3) per molecule.
  • Batch Processing for Pipelines: Accepts lists of SMILES and produces structured metrics ready for filtering, ML feature engineering, or screening workflows.
  • Use Case: Ideal for chemoinformatics teams building screening filters or training property-prediction models where consistent topology descriptors are required.

Quick Start

Calculate TPSA, Chi0–Chi4 (valence and non-valence), Hall–Kier alpha, and Kappa1–Kappa3 for the SMILES list NC@@HC(=O)O, CC(C)C1=CC=CC=C1 and return a JSON array of metrics per molecule.

Frequently Asked Questions about molclaw-mol-topology-metrics

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

FAQPage Schema
How do I compute topological descriptors from a list of SMILES strings?

To compute topological descriptors from SMILES strings, you input a list of molecules and receive structured metrics including TPSA, Chi0–Chi4, Hall–Kier alpha, and Kappa1–Kappa3 for each molecule.

What topological molecular descriptors are needed for cheminformatics machine learning feature generation?

Topological molecular descriptors for cheminformatics feature generation include TPSA, valence and non-valence Chi indices, Hall–Kier alpha, and Kappa shape indices, which this Skill computes from SMILES.

Can I batch process SMILES strings to calculate TPSA and Kappa indices for molecule screening?

You can batch process SMILES strings to calculate TPSA and Kappa indices for molecule screening by submitting a list of molecules and receiving a structured JSON array of metrics per molecule.

Does this approach provide both valence and non-valence Chi indices for property analysis?

Yes, this approach provides both valence and non-valence Chi0–Chi4 indices for property analysis, alongside Hall–Kier alpha and Kappa1–Kappa3 shape indices, ensuring consistent inputs for downstream modeling.

What is the best way to standardize topological molecular descriptors for reproducible chemoinformatics workflows?

The best way to standardize topological molecular descriptors for reproducible chemoinformatics workflows is to compute them directly from SMILES, removing manual feature extraction and ensuring consistent metrics like TPSA and Chi indices.