pubmed-trends

Query PubMed publication counts and detect trends across search terms.

1|Updated Feb 14, 2026
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/bmiles/pubmed-trends-skill --skill pubmed-trends
Or copy as Structured Prompt for Agent
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Skill: pubmed-trends
Source: https://github.com/bmiles/pubmed-trends-skill/tree/main
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/bmiles/pubmed-trends-skill --skill pubmed-trends

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

💡 This Skill requires x402, micropayments, and includes scripts (resource) and references (resource) and assets (resource) components.

What problem does it solve?

This Skill streamlines research trend identification from the vast database of PubMed articles, providing efficient and affordable analysis for scientific landscapes, grant writing, drug target evaluation, and trend tracking.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Query PubMed Trends: Retrieve year-by-year publication counts, compare trends, detect publication spikes, and more.
  • Payment for Access: Micropayments are used for each query to access this data, ensuring privacy and avoiding subscription requirements.
  • Use Case: Utilize this Skill to identify the surge in CRISPR research by querying specific year-over-year publication counts or comparing the trend between different bioinformatics tools.

Quick Start

Run 'pubmed-trends snapshot query "CRISPR" year 2025'.

Frequently Asked Questions about pubmed-trends

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

FAQPage Schema
How do I analyze publication trends on PubMed for a specific scientific topic?

You can compare publication trends across different search terms by retrieving year-by-year publication counts and detecting spikes. This helps evaluate drug targets or track scientific landscapes without requiring a full subscription.

Do I need a subscription to access PubMed publication data for trend analysis?

No, you do not need a subscription. PubMed publication data is accessed through micropayments for each query, which ensures privacy and avoids subscription requirements by utilizing the x402 skill for authentication.

How do I compare publication counts between different biotechnology tools?

You can compare publication data across different search terms by querying snapshot counts for each biotechnology tool. This retrieves comparative publication trends to evaluate which tool generates more research interest over time.

Can I identify key papers and research spikes in a therapeutic field using PubMed?

Yes, you can identify key papers and detect publication spikes within a therapeutic field. Querying specific year-over-year publication counts pinpoints when research output surged and identifies the key papers driving that trend.

What are the limitations of using micropayments for PubMed trend queries?

Using micropayments for PubMed trend queries requires the companion x402 skill for authentication, meaning each individual query incurs a cost. This approach provides affordable, private analysis but requires payment processing setup before accessing publication data.