ocean-genomics

Run end-to-end bioinformatics analysis on marine genomic and metagenomic datasets.

3|2|Updated Mar 17, 2026
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/broomva/skills --skill ocean-genomics
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Skill: ocean-genomics
Source: https://github.com/broomva/skills/tree/main/skills/science/ocean-genomics
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/broomva/skills --skill ocean-genomics

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

💡 This Skill requires biopython, biotite, gget, nextflow, samtools, minimap2, blast, mmseqs2, and includes scripts (resource) and references (resource) components.

What problem does it solve?

This skill streamlines the complex, multi-step bioinformatics workflows required to analyze marine environmental DNA (eDNA), metagenomic data, and protein structures, reducing the barrier to entry for deep-sea biodiversity research.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • eDNA Species Inventory: Automates the processing of FASTQ amplicon data to generate species lists and diversity metrics.
  • Metagenomic Profiling: Orchestrates taxonomic and functional profiling of shotgun sequencing data.
  • Protein Characterization: Predicts 3D structures and functional annotations for novel proteins discovered in marine samples.
  • Use Case: A researcher can use this skill to process raw water sample sequencing data from a deep-sea expedition, identify novel extremophile species, and predict the structure of their enzymes in a single agentic session.

Quick Start

Use the ocean-genomics skill to run the eDNA species inventory workflow on the sequencing files located in the current directory.

Frequently Asked Questions about ocean-genomics

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

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How do I process marine eDNA metabarcoding data to generate a species inventory?

To process marine eDNA metabarcoding data, you can automate the transformation of raw FASTQ amplicon files into species lists and diversity metrics. This streamlines deep-sea biodiversity research by handling multi-step bioinformatics workflows in a single session.

Can I predict 3D protein structures for novel enzymes discovered in metagenomic samples?

Yes, you can predict 3D protein structures for novel marine enzymes using AI-driven foundation models like ESMFold2 and AlphaFold 3. This allows functional annotation and structural characterization directly within your metagenomic analysis workflow.

Does this bioinformatics pipeline support shotgun metagenomic taxonomic profiling?

Yes, the pipeline supports shotgun metagenomic taxonomic profiling by orchestrating standard bioinformatics tools. It integrates with dependencies like samtools and minimap2 to process sequencing data and extract functional profiling insights.

What bioinformatics dependencies are required for marine genomics analysis?

Marine genomics analysis requires dependencies including biopython, biotite, gget, nextflow, samtools, minimap2, blast, and mmseqs2. These tools enable end-to-end processing of environmental DNA, metagenomic profiling, and protein structure prediction.

How do I query marine databases during genomic data analysis?

You can query marine databases during genomic data analysis by integrating with MCP servers. This allows the agentic bioinformatics workflow to dynamically query external marine databases and execute standard pipelines seamlessly.

What is the best way to analyze deep-sea expedition sequencing data?

The best way to analyze deep-sea expedition sequencing data is using an agentic bioinformatics workflow that handles eDNA metabarcoding, metagenomic profiling, and protein structure prediction. This reduces the barrier to entry for deep-sea biodiversity research.