seurat-multimodal-analysis

Consolidate multimodal single-cell RNA, protein, and chromatin data with Seurat and Signac.

1|Updated Nov 20, 2025
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/tony-zhelonkin/SciAgent-toolkit --skill seurat-multimodal-analysis
Or copy as Structured Prompt for Agent
Please help me install this Agent Skill.
Skill: seurat-multimodal-analysis
Source: https://github.com/tony-zhelonkin/SciAgent-toolkit/tree/main/skills/seurat-multimodal-analysis
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/tony-zhelonkin/SciAgent-toolkit --skill seurat-multimodal-analysis

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

This skill provides a comprehensive, end-to-end workflow for multimodal single-cell analysis in R using Seurat and Signac, enabling integrated interpretation of RNA, ADT, and ATAC data within a single consistent framework.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Multi-assay object management (RNA, ADT, ATAC, peaks) and seamless integration across modalities.
  • Weighted Nearest Neighbors (WNN) analysis for joint embeddings and robust clustering of multimodal data.
  • CITE-seq processing (RNA + protein) and 10x Multiome workflows with chromatin accessibility analysis via Signac.
  • Gene activity scoring, motif analysis with ChromVAR, peak-gene linkage, and Azimuth bridge/reference mapping for cell type annotation.
  • Cross-modality integration for unpaired data and multi-sample integration workflows.

Quick Start

Load a Seurat object with RNA, ADT, and ATAC assays and run the included multimodal workflow to generate a WNN-based UMAP with basic cluster annotation.

Frequently Asked Questions about seurat-multimodal-analysis

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

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How do I integrate scRNA-seq and ATAC data using Seurat WNN?

Seurat WNN integrates scRNA-seq and ATAC data by constructing a joint multimodal neighborhood graph, enabling robust clustering and unified UMAP visualization across RNA and chromatin modalities.

Can I use Signac for chromatin accessibility and motif analysis in CITE-seq workflows?

Signac integrates with CITE-seq workflows to analyze chromatin accessibility, performing gene activity scoring, ChromVAR motif analysis, and peak-gene linkage alongside RNA and ADT modalities.

What is the best way to map cell types in multimodal single-cell data?

Azimuth bridge and reference mapping annotate cell types in multimodal single-cell data by transferring labels from curated references to integrated WNN embeddings across RNA, ADT, and ATAC assays.

Does Seurat support unpaired multi-sample integration for scRNA-seq and ATAC?

Seurat supports unpaired multi-sample integration for scRNA-seq and ATAC data, providing cross-modality integration workflows that standardize dimensionality reduction and clustering across disparate tissue samples.

How do I run a 10x Multiome analysis pipeline in R?

Run a 10x Multiome analysis pipeline in R using Seurat and Signac to perform QC, normalization, peak calling, and WNN integration for joint interpretation of RNA and chromatin accessibility.

When should I use WNN instead of standard integration for multimodal scRNA-seq?

Use WNN instead of standard integration for multimodal scRNA-seq when accurate cell type identification requires weighting RNA, protein, and chromatin modalities simultaneously to resolve closely related cellular states.