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tooluniverse-sequence-retrieval

Retrieve biological sequences from NCBI and ENA into FASTA or GenBank formats.

Updated May 11, 2026
Search Tags:#bioinformatics#sequence#ena#ncbi#genome#genbank#refseq
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npx skills add https://github.com/AvaTar-ArTs/my-supremepowers --skill tooluniverse-sequence-retrieval-avatar-arts
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Please help me install this Agent Skill.
Skill: tooluniverse-sequence-retrieval
Source: https://github.com/AvaTar-ArTs/my-supremepowers/tree/main/qwen_skills/tooluniverse-sequence-retrieval
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/AvaTar-ArTs/my-supremepowers --skill tooluniverse-sequence-retrieval-avatar-arts

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

This Skill simplifies retrieval of biological sequences from NCBI and ENA, providing consistent handling of disambiguation, accession types, and cross-database references, plus comprehensive reporting.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Disambiguation and targeted search by organism and gene across NCBI Nucleotide and ENA.
  • Support for multiple accession types and formats (FASTA, GenBank) with cross-database references and detailed sequence profiles.
  • Use cases include research workflows in genomics, primer design, comparative analyses, and data archiving via downloadable reports.

Quick Start

Query a gene or accession to retrieve a sequence profile from NCBI or ENA and generate a downloadable report.

Frequently Asked Questions about tooluniverse-sequence-retrieval

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

FAQPage Schema
How do I retrieve biological sequences from NCBI and ENA simultaneously?▼

You can retrieve biological sequences from NCBI and ENA by querying a gene or accession, which automates cross-database references and compiles a detailed sequence profile with download options.

Can I fetch both FASTA and GenBank formats for nucleotide and protein data?▼

Yes, you can fetch both FASTA and GenBank formats. The Skill supports multiple accession types for nucleotide, protein, and genome data, outputting sequences with comprehensive metadata.

What is the best way to disambiguate gene and organism searches across RefSeq and GenBank?▼

The best way to disambiguate gene and organism searches is by using targeted search parameters across NCBI Nucleotide and ENA, ensuring accurate sequence retrieval from RefSeq and GenBank databases.

How do I generate a downloadable sequence profile report for genomics research?▼

To generate a downloadable sequence profile report, query your target gene or accession to retrieve data from NCBI or ENA, compiling metadata and cross-database references into a comprehensive output.

Does this sequence retrieval method work for comparative analyses and primer design?▼

Yes, this sequence retrieval method works for comparative analyses and primer design. It provides consistent handling of disambiguation and cross-database references needed for these genomics workflows.

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