pubmed-search

Query PubMed via Biopython Entrez and return structured article metadata.

30|2|Updated Mar 13, 2026
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/IDEA-XL/MolClaw --skill pubmed-search-idea-xl
Or copy as Structured Prompt for Agent
Please help me install this Agent Skill.
Skill: pubmed-search
Source: https://github.com/IDEA-XL/MolClaw/tree/main/.claude/skills/pubmed-search
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/IDEA-XL/MolClaw --skill pubmed-search-idea-xl

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

Streamlines finding scientific papers and staying current on a topic by querying PubMed and returning key metadata.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Topic-based searching: Find papers on a specified topic or query.
  • Recent publications: Retrieve the latest research results and citations.
  • Reference retrieval: Gather citations and article details for literature reviews.

Quick Start

Search PubMed for papers on your topic and retrieve basic metadata such as PMID, title, authors, journal, year, and a link.

Frequently Asked Questions about pubmed-search

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

FAQPage Schema
How do I search PubMed for biomedical literature on a specific topic?

Retrieving recent PubMed publications involves querying for the latest research results and citations, returning structured metadata like title, authors, and year. This streamlines staying current on a specified biomedical topic.

Can I use Biopython Entrez to retrieve article references for a literature review?

Yes, Biopython Entrez integration handles querying PubMed to gather citations and article details for literature reviews. It automates fetching structured reference metadata, streamlining the collection of biomedical research papers.

What metadata fields are returned when fetching PubMed citations?

Querying PubMed with Biopython Entrez requires setting up the integration to handle search and fetch operations. This environment setup enables automated querying of the database and structured retrieval of biomedical literature.

Does PubMed search support advanced search patterns for finding biomedical papers?

PubMed search focuses on querying and fetching structured literature metadata like titles, authors, and citations. It is designed for topic-based discovery and recent publications rather than full-text retrieval of biomedical papers.